Knee replacement
Knee replacement , also known as knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to replace the weight- bearing surfaces of the knee joint to relieve pain and disability. It is most commonly performed for osteoarthritis, and also for other knee diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. Risk in surgery: - Knee replacement surgery, like any surgery, carries risks. They include: Infection Blood clots in the leg vein or lungs Heart attack Stroke Nerve damage The replacement knee joint may become loose, be dislodged, or may not work the way it was intended. The joint may have to be replaced again in the future. Nerves or blood vessels in the area of surgery may be injured, resulting in weakness or numbness. The joint pain may not be relieved by surgery. There are different types of knee replacement which includes: - Total knee replacement- The replacement knee joint may become loose, be dislodged, or may not work the way it was intended. The joint may have to be replaced ag...