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Titanium can form a chemical bond with bone, becoming integrated completely. Bone rejects most other elements.

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How can I find out which knee replacement I received?

How can I find what knee replacement was used for my surgery?


What metal in used in the Stryker or Zimmer knee replacements?

The metal parts of the implant are made of titanium- or cobalt/chromium-based alloys


Can you kneel after a knee replacement?

It's a question of pain, if you can take the pain of the metal digging into you ligament then yes. sometimes, kneeling is impossible due to where the knee replacement is and you cannot bend you leg properly.


What are the available surgical options for knee replacement at top orthopedic hospitals in Mumbai?

We serve the patients at SRM Hospital one of the most popular Orthopaedic hospitals in Mumbai where we perform surgeries including knee replacement that helps to reduce knee pain and enable movement. Many of our Orthopaedics Doctors in Mumbai are tried and tested specialized doctors who go the extra mile to ensure real solutions are found for patients. Total Knee Replacement (TKR) It is a surgical process by which the whole knee joint is resurfaced with an artificial component to relieve arthritis and certain other joint disorders. It is done when the result of knee conditions are severe and normal therapy does not help in any way. Partial Knee Replacement However if only a small component of the knee has been put out of function then a partial knee replacement which is less invasive is available. This surgery concerns the resection of only the pathological segment of the knee thus preserving more of the natural joint. Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement. Also, SRM Hospital offers keyhole surgeries for knee replacements that result in quick recovery and less pain and, above all, small cuts on the knee as contrasted with conventional operations. Robotic-Assisted Knee Surgery Our facility of ortho care hospital ensures that the latest techniques like robotic-assisted knee replacement are being used. At SRM Hospital we aim at ensuring that the disease burden of patients presenting with knee pain receives the full service of Orthopaedics starting from surgical interventions through the state of the art knee replacement surgery. Orthopaedic services bone and joint we have expert specialists to take care of you and ensure your recovery.


What does a knee replacement weigh?

A knee replacement implant typically weighs around 1-2 pounds, depending on the size and materials used in the prosthetic joint.


What metal is used in a Smith and Nephew knee?

Smith and Nephew knee implants typically use titanium alloys for their components due to their strength, biocompatibility, and resistance to corrosion. In some cases, cobalt-chromium alloys may also be utilized, particularly for load-bearing surfaces. These materials are chosen to ensure durability and longevity in knee replacement procedures.


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


Suture in the knee?

Any more information? is it to do with taking the suture out or putting on in? or is it to do with what type or what size? best suture to put in (depending on the reason for it) is probably a 2/0 or 3/0 nylon.


Knee surgery performed before total knee replacement that involves breaking the leg in the process?

No of course not. We do not break the legs. We merely used cutting jigs to shape the knee to fit the prothesis.


Has knee replacement changed in the last ten years?

Knee replacement has changed quite a bit in the last ten years. The knee is now less invasively segmented and replaced than it used to. In some cases, no ligaments or tendons have to be severed in the process of replacing the knee itself, which allows for more rapid healing post surgery.


Where can titanium be used?

Titanium can be used in replacement joints. Titanium is a high strength material with a low weight. Price is a factor that eliminates its widespread use. It is used in the space industry and is even used for lightweight camping equipment.


Is a knee revision a total knee replacement?

A revision knee replacement is done when a knee replacement has failed (eg has loosened). If it was originally a partial knee replacement that was done, it will be replaced with a total knee replacement, if it was originally a total knee replacement, a new total knee replacement will be done. Approx 1.4% of patients require a repeat Total Knee Replacement, known as a Revision Knee Replacement