The most important step in caring for your total knee replacement is choosing the right orthopedic clinic. You will want to choose an experienced surgeon and dedicated physical therapy team to ensure you get the best care for your total knee replacement. At ORTHOKnox orthopedic clinics, we have a board-certified surgeon who is experienced in…
Knee Replacement Surgery
Knee Replacement: The Right Procedure at the Right Time
A knee replacement typically results in decreased pain, more restful sleep, and a more stable knee. As a result, patients can lead more active and overall healthy lives. But when is the right time to get a knee replacement and what are your surgery options? At the ORTHOKnox orthopedic clinics in Knoxville, Tennessee, or Athens,…
What to Expect from A Partial Knee Replacement
If you have knee osteoarthritis and physical therapy, weight loss, and anti-inflammatory drugs have failed to relieve your knee pain, then you likely need a knee replacement. A partial knee replacement may be an option for you if only one part of your knee is damaged. A partial knee replacement can leave you with a…
10 Things Every Total Knee Surgery Patient Needs to Know
It can be exciting to look forward to a new knee. No pain and easier movement? Yes, please! But it can also be overwhelming to plan a total knee surgery. There is a lot of information to sort through, and while the nitty-gritty details are important, we have narrowed down our knee surgery tips and…
Knee Replacements: How Are They an Effective Treatment?
Are there activities you would be interested in doing without being hindered by dull throbbing knee pain or stiffness? I am guessing the answer is, well, everything. Knee replacements are effective treatments because they are typically successful at reducing this pain. They are becoming increasingly more common as people choose to live an active life…
How Bad Is My Arthritis?
There are various types of arthritis, but in the world of orthopedics we deal mostly with osteoarthritis (OA), a degenerative joint disease. When a patient is shown an x-ray of their painful joint and told they have arthritis the natural next questions is “how bad is it?” When describing the severity of arthritis in a…
Knee Replacement Care at ORTHOKnox
If you are planning a knee replacement, then you are probably familiar with the stress of researching every detail about the surgery and recovery. Where should you go? Which surgery is right for you? How do you adjust to a new knee? At the ORTHOKnox orthopedic clinics in Knoxville, Tennessee, and Athens, Tennessee, our goal…
Why Knee Replacement Surgery Is No Longer a Scary Ordeal
It’s understandable to be nervous about any surgery, but there is no need to fear a knee replacement. This common surgery can greatly improve your quality of life and is worth your time. You may actually be surprised how quickly the surgery is performed and you recover! So kick back, put your feet up (especially…
Signs You Need Knee Replacement Surgery
If you are feeling restricted and having trouble performing regular activities due to knee pain or stiffness, then you are probably considering a knee replacement. Signs such as arthritis, unmanageable pain, or the inability to stay active may indicate that you need a new knee. ORTHOKnox has a board-certified surgeon and sports medicine team in…
Benefits of Knee Replacement Surgery
Are you considering knee surgery for knee pain, trouble walking, or osteoarthritis but have some questions? While resting, losing weight, and treating the pain with medications, along with physical therapy, maybe conservative treatment options for your knee pain, some patients will have better results with total knee replacement surgery. At the ORTHOKnox orthopedic clinics in…