{"id":348,"date":"2026-10-14T07:45:12","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T07:45:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asicclinic.com\/knowledge-base\/?post_type=dgkb_article&#038;p=348"},"modified":"2026-10-14T07:45:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T07:45:12","slug":"what-is-total-knee-replacement-surgery","status":"publish","type":"dgkb_article","link":"https:\/\/asicclinic.com\/knowledge-base\/articles\/what-is-total-knee-replacement-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"What is total knee replacement surgery?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Total knee replacement, also called total knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which damaged surfaces of the knee joint are removed and replaced with artificial components.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is most commonly performed when advanced arthritis causes persistent pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, and difficulty performing everyday activities despite appropriate non-surgical treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a>What happens during total knee replacement?<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During surgery, the surgeon generally:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Removes damaged cartilage and a small amount of underlying bone from the lower end of the thigh bone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepares the upper surface of the shin bone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Positions artificial components over the prepared bone surfaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Places a specialised plastic insert between the components to allow smoother movement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assesses alignment, stability, and movement before completing the operation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The kneecap may also be treated depending on the individual case and surgical plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is total knee replacement considered?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It may be considered when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Arthritis affects multiple compartments of the knee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pain significantly limits walking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stairs become difficult<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pain occurs even at rest or at night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knee stiffness affects daily activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medicines and physiotherapy no longer provide adequate relief<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Significant deformity has developed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Total knee replacement should generally be considered after appropriate non-surgical options have been assessed rather than simply because arthritis appears on an X-ray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dr.\u00a0Atul Mishra<\/strong> evaluates the extent of knee damage, symptoms, ligament condition, alignment, mobility, general health, and previous treatment before deciding whether <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asicclinic.com\/best-knee-replacement-surgeon-in-delhi.php\">total knee replacement<\/a> is appropriate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Total knee replacement, also called total knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which damaged surfaces of the knee joint are removed and replaced with artificial components. 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