ORTHOPEDICS (BONE & JOINT PROCEDURES)

Total Knee Replacement (TKR), also known as Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA), is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged or worn-out knee joint with an artificial implant. It is primarily performed to relieve severe knee pain and stiffness caused by conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or post-traumatic arthritis.

Hospital Stay: 2-5 days

Pain Management: Medications (NSAIDs, opioids, nerve blocks)

Physical Therapy: Begins within 24 hours post-surgery

Weight-Bearing: Partial weight-bearing with a walker/crutches for 2-4 weeks

Full Recovery: 3-6 months, depending on patient compliance with rehab

Total Hip Replacement (THR), also known as Total Hip Arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged or diseased hip joint with an artificial implant. It is commonly performed to relieve pain and improve mobility in patients with severe arthritis or hip fractures.

Hospital Stay: 1-3 days.

Home Recovery: 6-12 weeks.

Physical Therapy: Begins within 24 hours post-surgery.

Total Knee Replacement (TKR)

Total hip Replacement (THR)