Knee Revision Surgeon in SC
Although total knee replacement surgery is successful, sometimes the procedure can fail due to various reasons and may require revision surgery. Dr Pinski provides diagnosis and individualized non-operative and operative treatment plans in SC. Dr Pinski also provides highly specialized care during and after the surgery. Contact Dr Pinski’s office for an appointment today!
What is Revision Knee Replacement?
Revision knee replacement surgery involves replacing a part or all your previous knee prosthesis with a new prosthesis. Although total knee replacement surgery is successful, sometimes the procedure can fail due to various reasons and may require a second revision surgery.
What are the Indications for Revision Knee Replacement?
Revision knee replacement surgery may be advised if you have one or more of the following conditions:
- Infection
- Loosening of the prosthesis
- Bearing surface wear
- Knee instability or a feeling of giving way while walking
- Fracture around the implant
- Stiffness in the knee
How is Knee Revision Performed?
A revision total knee arthroplasty is a more complex procedure than a primary total knee arthroplasty. Each surgical indication requires a unique surgical approach. If indicated for a revision TKA, your surgeon will discuss the goals of the surgery as well as the surgical technique tailored to your specific problem.
What are the Risks and Complications of Revision Knee Replacement?
Like all major surgical procedures, there may be certain risks and complications involved with revision knee replacement surgery. The possible complications after revision knee replacement include:
- Stiffness in the knee
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Formation of blood clots in the leg veins
- Injury to nerves or blood vessels
- Prosthesis failure
- Patella (kneecap) dislocation
- Ligament injuries
What Does Postoperative Care for Revision Knee Replacement Involve?
In general, the goals of revision knee replacement are to improve function and maintain the ability to ambulate. Often times, patients are allowed to weight bear as tolerated with an assertive device postoperatively; however, sometimes modifications to the weight bearing status of the operative knee are performed to allow for appropriate healing. Home therapy is often arranged postoperatively for the first two weeks with the goals of transitioning to outpatient therapy after this is completed. A physical therapist will teach you specific exercises to strengthen your leg and restore range of motion to the knee. Your physical therapist will also provide you with a home exercise program to strengthen the thigh and calf muscles.
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