Arthritis Surgeries: Pros and Cons!!

Arthritis is a joint disease characterized by abnormal inflammation. The prime targets of arthritis are elbows, fingers, hips, and knees. There are over 100 types of arthritis condition, out of which osteoarthritis is the most commonly found arthritis that occurs mainly in old people. It involves lesions, infections or malformations of the knee. That is the reason why osteoarthritis is termed as Knee arthritis.

Knee Arthritis Treatment Options:


Today’s market is flooded with a wide range of arthritis treatment options like physical therapy, pharmacological remedies, and arthritis specific surgical procedures. However most of the people want to opt for a method which gives quick relief from arthritis or knee pain that is arthritis surgery. Arthritis surgeries are of different types i.e. osteotomy, arthroscopy, knee replacement surgery etc.

Arthroscopy: This knee surgery involves repairing of ligaments and cartilage tissues in the knee. In this procedure a small instrument resembling endoscope is inserted in the affected area via a little incision. It is one of the less invasive surgical options.

Moreover people with the following symptoms should be recommended to go for an arthroscopy surgery:-

• Painful popping of the knees
• Wobbling knees
• Prickling sensation in the knees
• Inflammation or swelling of the knees

Knee Osteotomy: It is mainly recommended to younger patients who have damage in only one part of the knee joint. Moreover in knock legged or bow legged cases, this surgery is useful.

Partial Knee Replacement Surgery: This surgery is less invasive than the knee replacement surgery. However it is considered to be a combination of both osteotomy and knee replacement surgery. Partial knee replacement surgery involves smaller incisions and allows rapid recovery time. Moreover it is recommended to people with severe arthritis.

Complete Knee Replacement Surgery: In case of severe arthritis, most people are suggested to go for a complete knee replacement surgery because it is the most practical option. This procedure involves the complete removal and replacement of the damaged joint tissue with plastic or metal prosthetic implants.

Risks Involved with Arthritis Knee Surgeries

People who have undergone arthritis knee surgery are susceptible to thrombosis, infections, nerve damage, and certain anesthesia risks.

Moreover it involves a number of post-surgery risks, including instability of the affected joint, kneecap fracture or dislocation, and even decreased mobility or reduced range of motion.