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The answer for this varies, I'm sure, and would also depend on whether the artificial joint was for a total or partial knee replacement. I have called my orthopedist and he records the artificial model in his office at .8 lbs. or just under a pound (for a total knee arthroses). -Paul Greear Physical Therapy Tech, NCTMB. Saint Lukes Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Services, Nampa, Idaho.
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Can you kneel with an artificial knee?
yes
Which former prime minister of India had his knee replaced by an artificial knee?
Atal bihari vajpayee
Does knee liposuction help in weight loss?
Knee liposuction is used in treatment for patients with excessive swelling or other ailments to the knee. Its not used to loose weight.
Weight of a person in artificial satellite?
Nil Weight
What is knee revision surgery?
also known as revision total knee arthroplasty , is a procedure in which the surgeon removes a previously implanted artificial knee joint, or prosthesis, and replaces it with a new prosthesis.
Why are menisci in the knee joint but not in the elbow?
Menisci is present in the knee as it is weight baring joint.
What are some precautions related to kneecap removal?
People who have had their kneecap removed for degenerative arthritis and then later have to have a total knee replacement are more likely to have problems with the stability of their artificial knee than those who only have total knee replacement.
Can gaining weight cause knee pain?
Carrying additional weight will put extra stain on your knees, and can commonly abuse knee pain. Recent studies have also noted that heavier people develop more arthritis in their knees over time. A small weight loss can lessen knee pain.
How much does an artificial hip joint weigh?
The answer for this varies, I'm sure, and would also depend on whether the artificial joint was for a total or partial knee replacement. I have called my orthopedist and he records the artificial model in his office at .8 lbs. or just under a pound (for a total knee arthroses). -Paul Greear Physical Therapy Tech, NCTMB. Saint Lukes Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Services, Nampa, Idaho.
What does knee osteotomy do?
changes the alignment of the knee so that the weight-bearing part of the knee is shifted off diseased or deformed cartilage to healthier tissue in order to relieve pain and increase knee stability.
Can you sprain your knee by stepping off a bus wrong and all your weight on one knee?
Possibly You should see a doctor
What are the 15 things no one tells you about knee replacements?
Knee replacement, also called knee arthroplasty or total knee replacement, is a surgical procedure to resurface a knee damaged by arthritis. Metal and plastic parts are used to cap the ends of the bones that form the knee joint, along with the kneecap. In other words, Total knee replacement surgery or knee arthroplasty is a surgical procedure where parts of knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. Call 03 94284128
