Frequently Asked Questions
When joint pain from arthritis or damage limits daily life and no longer responds to
medication, physiotherapy, or other measures, replacement is considered.
Most patients begin walking with support within a day or two of surgery, guided by the
physiotherapy team, with steady progress over the following weeks.
It is redo surgery to replace a previous implant that has worn out, loosened, or failed,
restoring pain free movement in complex cases.
A total replacement resurfaces the whole knee, while a partial (unicompartmental)
replacement treats only the damaged part, preserving more natural bone and
allowing quicker recovery.
Modern joint replacements commonly last well over fifteen to twenty years, and often
longer, depending on the patient's age, activity, and implant used.
