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  • About
  • Contact us
  • Knee and shoulder arthroscopies
  • Knee joint replacement
  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Gallery

Knee joint replacement


Knee joint replacement is a surgery to replace a knee joint with a man-made joint. The artificial joint is called a prosthesis. 


Osteoarthritis in the knee is the most common reason for knee pain.

Arthritis can be a very painful disorder which may slow down your mobility and keep you from doing normal daily activities.

The prognosis or outcome for a total knee replacement is very good. The operation should decrease pain and improve your quality of life.

osteoarthritis in the knee