Knee Arthroplasty for lasting relief from a worn-out knee
A precise, outcome-focused approach to total and partial knee replacement — from careful evaluation through the latest implant techniques and a structured recovery plan that gets you walking again.
What Knee Arthroplasty actually involves
Knee arthroplasty resurfaces a knee joint worn down by arthritis or injury, replacing the damaged surfaces with smooth metal and polyethylene implants so the joint can move without the grinding pain of bone on bone. It's considered only once conservative treatment has stopped giving lasting relief.
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Thorough pre-surgical workup
X-rays, joint alignment assessment and fitness evaluation confirm the knee is ready for surgery and guide the implant choice.
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Total or partial replacement
Depending on how much of the knee is damaged, either the whole joint or just the affected compartment is resurfaced.
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Motion restored, not just pain reduced
The goal is a knee that bends, straightens and bears weight properly again, so day-to-day activity feels normal.
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Structured rehabilitation
A guided physiotherapy programme starts within a day of surgery, building strength and range of motion in a controlled way.
Signs your knee may need arthroplasty
Bone-on-bone wear on X-ray with pain that no longer responds to medication, injections or physiotherapy.
Difficulty fully bending or straightening the knee, making stairs, sitting and getting up from chairs hard.
A knee that has gradually bowed inward or outward as cartilage wears unevenly over the years.
Joint damage that developed years after an old fracture or ligament injury around the knee.
Autoimmune joint destruction that has advanced despite medical management, limiting daily function.
A knee that hasn't held up well after an earlier procedure and now needs a definitive, lasting solution.
How Knee Arthroplasty is carried out
Every knee is planned individually, but the sequence below is how most knee replacement cases are worked through, from first visit to walking on the new joint.
Evaluation & planning
Examination and X-rays confirm the extent of joint damage and map out alignment, sizing and the right implant for your knee.
Pre-surgical fitness check
Blood work, anaesthesia assessment and, where needed, cardiac clearance confirm you're ready for surgery safely.
The surgery itself
Damaged cartilage and bone are removed and replaced with precision-fitted implants, typically completed in 60–90 minutes.
Early mobilisation
Standing and walking with support usually begin the day after surgery, guided by the physiotherapy team from day one.
Recovery & follow-up
A structured rehab plan and scheduled reviews track healing, strength and range of motion over the following weeks and months.
What patients gain from Knee Arthroplasty
Most patients see dramatic, durable relief from the bone-on-bone pain that limited them before surgery.
A well-functioning knee makes walking, climbing stairs and everyday movement easier again.
Today's implants are built to hold up for many years of normal daily activity.
Most patients return to routine activities within weeks, with continued improvement over the following months.
Dr. Lakshmikanth Reddy K
M.B.B.S., D.Ortho, DNB (Ortho) — Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in total and partial knee arthroplasty, with a focus on precise implant alignment and rapid, structured recovery
Knee replacement care led by an experienced orthopaedic surgeon
Dr. Lakshmikanth Reddy K evaluates every knee thoroughly to confirm arthroplasty is the right step, then plans implant selection and alignment with precision before the day of surgery.
Every plan is built around your specific knee, activity level and goals, with a structured rehabilitation pathway and regular reviews to track recovery.
Frequently asked questions
It's generally considered once X-rays show significant joint wear and pain, stiffness or deformity no longer respond to medication, injections or physiotherapy. A clinical evaluation confirms whether it's the right step for you.
Most patients walk with support within a day of surgery, manage stairs within a couple of weeks, and resume most daily activities within 6–12 weeks, with strength continuing to improve for several months.
Modern knee implants commonly last 20 years or more with normal use, though longevity depends on activity level, weight and how well post-op guidance is followed.
Physiotherapy is essential — it rebuilds strength and range of motion around the new joint and is one of the biggest factors in how well and how quickly a patient recovers.
That depends on how much of the knee is damaged. If only one compartment is worn, a partial replacement may be possible; more widespread damage usually calls for a total knee replacement. Imaging and examination determine which fits your knee.
Knee arthroplasty is a well-established, commonly performed procedure with a strong safety record. Your surgeon will review your specific health factors and discuss risks and precautions during evaluation.
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