“Are partial knee replacements successful?”
I am a 42 year old female. I will have a partial knee replacement. Are partial knee replacements successful?
5 Answers
Yes it can
yes and no.
yes: if you have only one compartment arthritis, not overweight and have reasonable expectations.
No: if you are overweight and extremely active
yes: if you have only one compartment arthritis, not overweight and have reasonable expectations.
No: if you are overweight and extremely active
Sure. See an orthopedic surgeon.
Yes, partial knee replacements are extremely successful in patients with a stable knee and isolated unicompartmental arthritis.
Dr. Shanti Balkissoon-Castillo
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Primary Podiatric Medicine
Albuquerque, NM
Yes they are however there are always cases that have complications. This is true of any surgery. Most times with a gifted surgeon you will expect a great outcome. Speak thoroughly with your doctor to have all your questions and concerns answered.
