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Knee Joint Replacement Surgery - Surgical Replacement of the Knee

Information on knee joint replacement surgery. Surgical replacement of the knee is a highly successful treatment for arthritis.
Joint Replacement Screening Quiz - When Is It The Right Time?
When is it the right time to have a joint replacement? It is a complicated question for people with arthritis, living with intractable joint pain. There are important things to consider while making the decision with your doctor or surgeon.
Knee joint replacement
Knee joint replacement is surgery to replace a painful damaged or diseased knee joint with an artificial joint (prosthesis).
Gender Knee Replacement Designed for Women
The Zimmer Gender Knee, which was approved by the FDA in May 2006, has a thinner profile, more natural movement of the kneecap, and a shape specifically designed for women compared to traditional knee implants.
Book Review: Total Knee Replacement & Rehabilitation
Explains total joint replacement thoroughly and understandably. Written by experts with professional and personal experience.
Book Review: The Knee Owner's Manual - Total Knee Replacement & Rehab
Explains total joint replacement thoroughly and understandably. Written by experts with professional and personal experience.
Knee joint replacement
The knee is a complex joint, which is made up of the distal end of the femur (the femoral condyles), and the proximal end of the tibia (the tibial plateau). The femoral condyles usually glide smoothly on the tibial plateau, allowing for smooth, painless motion of the lower leg. (Illustrated)
Knee Replacement Surgery (E-Course)
Learn all you need to know about knee replacement surgery in 7 weeks. Each week receive an email guide to understanding knee replacement surgery, the risks of the procedure, and the rehabilitation.
Are You Ready For Knee Replacement Surgery?
Signs you need, or don't need, a knee replacement.
Guide To Total Knee Replacement
A comprehensive guide to knee replacement.
Partial Knee Replacement (Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty)
Partial knee replacement, also called a unicompartmental knee arthroplasty, is a surgery that may be considered for treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee joint.
Rotating Knee Replacements
The rotating knee replacement implants not only swing back and forth (like a hinge), but the knee can also rotate inwards and outwards (a twisting motion). Are there advantages with a rotating knee replacement implant?
Chondromalacia patellae (Anterior knee pain)
Information on chondromalacia patellae including an overview, symptoms, treatment, and prevention. Illustrated resource.
Knee Replacement Exercises Guide
Learn about the exercise regimen which follows knee replacement surgery, from AAOS.
Knee Replacement Surgery
Online booklet with useful information to prepare you for knee replacement surgery, from Joint Replacement Institute.
Partial Knee Resurfacing
Patients who have arthritis on the inside or outside part of the knee may not need a total knee replacement, from Florida Knee and Orthopedic Centers.
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