Today is the world wherein medical technology has made great strides. Yet, some people still fear the name of any surgery involving the replacement of major parts of the body, and total knee replacement surgery is one among them.

Despite the high success rate of this surgery, many people are still hesitant to get their painful knee replaced due to wrongful notions held by them about the surgery.

The following brief elucidates the myths surrounding total knee replacement surgery and explains how they are wrongful.

Knee replacement surgery is the only solution to alleviate joint pain??

This is not so. Surgery is the last option; other options tried by specialists include medications, injections, bracing, physical therapy, or exercise. If the pain is too severe to be alleviated by these non-surgical options then surgeons advise total knee replacement surgery.

Old age heightens the risk of surgery??

Most knee replacement surgeries are performed on patients who belong to the higher age bracket of 70-90. The risk versus potential benefit ratio for each patient is decided by the concerned surgeon. Merely being old does not lessen the effectiveness of the surgery. Several other factors go into consideration before the surgery.

Is the probability of rejection of the foreign body very high??

The component that goes into the making of the foreign body is highly compatible with the body. Perfect and precise execution of the knee replacement will allow for its normal functioning within the body for a longer period without giving rise to adverse health issues.

Knee replacement surgery will impose permanent restrictions?? 

Patients are advised to undertake activities such as cycling, climbing stairs, or swimming post-surgery to ensure flexibility of the joint. However, games like basketball and football are not advisable.

Will Pain levels post-surgery be very high??

In today’s age of advanced medical technology management of pain has become easier than before. There are several options offered by surgeons to lessen the intensity and duration of pain of the patients.

How much is recovery time??

The recovery time can extend a maximum of up to 3 weeks after which patients walk independently and continue with their normal activities. Though age can become a consideration factor for a patient’s recovery, medications and physiotherapy can speed up the recovery process.

How much is surgery risk factor??

Some patients feel that the risk factor involved in total knee replacement surgery is very high. The fear of rejection of the artificial implant by their body pervades uppermost in their minds. But as mentioned above, with vast advances made in the medical field this fear is unwarranted and patients can resume normal activities post-surgery.

Is effectiveness of the implant depends upon its cost??

The cost of the implant is decided by the condition of the patient’s knee and surrounding muscles. Sometimes, the most effective implant can be the most economical one!

On a Summarizing Note

There will always be some wrongful notions held by people about any medical treatment including total knee replacement surgery. It is, therefore, essential to bust myths surrounding this form of surgery so that more people can alleviate their joint pain and make their life more fulfilling.