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Key Takeaways Pre-operative tests help confirm your surgical plan, assess your fitness for anaesthesia and identify any health issues that should be managed before knee replacement. The specific tests you need depend on your health, medications and surgical plan, and may include imaging, blood tests, heart checks and an anaesthetic assessment. Abnormal test results do…

Key Takeaways Partial knee replacement is best suited to arthritis confined to one compartment with healthy ligaments, while total knee replacement is generally recommended for more widespread joint damage, deformity or instability. Your surgeon will assess imaging, ligament stability, alignment, range of motion and symptoms to determine which procedure is most appropriate. Partial knee replacement…

Key Takeaways Returning to sport after knee replacement is usually a gradual process guided by strength, balance, range of motion and how your knee responds, rather than by time alone. Low-impact activities such as golf, doubles tennis, cycling, swimming and bowls are generally suitable for many patients, while higher-impact sports require individual discussion with your…

Key Takeaways Knee osteotomy and partial knee replacement both treat arthritis confined to one part of the knee, but they do so in different ways and suit different clinical situations. Osteotomy preserves the natural joint by changing leg alignment, while partial knee replacement resurfaces the damaged compartment and preserves the healthy parts of the knee.…

Key Takeaways Choosing the right knee replacement surgeon involves more than qualifications; experience, communication, shared decision-making and a well-supported recovery pathway all play an important role. Asking informed questions about treatment options, surgical approach, risks, recovery and aftercare can help you better understand your choices and set realistic expectations. A thorough consultation should explain your…

Key Takeaways Knee replacement longevity is measured by revision risk rather than a fixed lifespan, with individual outcomes influenced by factors such as age, activity level, weight and surgical planning. Total knee replacements generally have lower revision rates than partial knee replacements, although the most suitable procedure depends on your individual knee and pattern of…

Key Takeaways Partial knee replacement is generally suitable when clinically significant arthritis is confined to one compartment, while the remaining compartments and supporting ligaments are healthy enough to be preserved. Mild, age-related changes elsewhere in the knee do not automatically rule out a partial replacement, but meaningful arthritis in another compartment often changes the recommended…

Key Takeaways A faster early recovery after partial knee replacement does not mean the knee has fully healed, so activity should increase gradually and follow your surgeon’s advice. Continuing physiotherapy, managing pain appropriately and monitoring swelling all play an important role in supporting long-term function and recovery. Looking after your wound, using walking aids as…