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Dr Sunil Bhosale an Orthopaedic Surgeon in Parel, Lalbaug, Dadar in South Mumbai is a reputed Knee Arthroscopy, Shoulder Arthroscopy, Total Hip & Knee Replacement Surgeon in Parel, Lalbaug, Dadar in South Mumbai
Total knee replacement is one of the most important orthopaedic surgical advances of the twentieth century. The development of total knee arthroplasty dates back to 1860, when the German surgeon, Themistocles Gluck, surgically implanted the first primitive hinge joints made of ivory. Since then, pig bladder, nylon, femoral sheath, anterior bursa of the knee, cellophane and many other materials have been used, but the results have been disappointing.
The use of metal (alloys) in total knee replacement surgery began in the late 1930s and over the years, the implants for knee replacement surgery have also advanced. This has resulted in more robust and longer-lasting joint replacements. In addition, the surgical techniques used to place the implants have also significantly improved. This allows for shorter duration surgeries, shorter hospital stays and a quicker return to normal levels of activities.
Hip replacement surgeries began in the late 19th century. During this time, many of the patients were veterans who had received traumatic battlefield injuries, resulting in significant diseases in their hips. Many different materials were used in these early surgeries, including ivory, glass and various types of metals. The materials and surgeries advanced rapidly in the 20th century, resulting in the modern implants used today.
The main benefit of Joint replacement surgery is pain relief from arthritis. The ability to move again without pain will enhance your daily life, allowing you to resume activities and improve your overall quality of life. Also, the majority of arthritic patients have deformed knees and hips which get corrected following a joint replacement surgery, thereby making them walk better.
Unfortunately, the surgery will not give you back the hip or knee you had when you were young. However, it can allow you to return to activities and experiences you’ve been unable to enjoy because of your joint pain.
Pain and stiffness are the most common symptoms of arthritis. Often times, this is most severe in the morning and improves throughout the day. However, too much activity can also increase pain.
In the early stages, you may experience pain or discomfort only while climbing or going downstairs. Subsequently, as the arthritis advances, you can expect your knees to get deformed and have constant pain in them.
The only way to know if arthritis is the cause of your pain is to obtain X-rays of your knee or hip and discuss your pain with a Joint specialist doctor.
If you and your doctor determine that arthritis is the culprit, then you may decide that a joint replacement is the right thing for you.
Before you consider surgery, Dr Sunil Bhosale Orthopaedic Surgeon in Parel, Lalbaug, Dadar in South Mumbai may recommend the following options :
In some cases, these solutions may ease knee and hip pain for a while. However, if symptoms persist or become worse, surgery might be the best option. Delaying or declining surgery for a long period of time may result in the need for a more complex operation and less favourable outcome. Contact Dr Sunil Bhosale, Orthopaedic Surgeon in Parel, Lalbaug, Dadar, South Mumbai For Spine Surgery, Joint Replacement, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Complex Trauma Fractures.
Dr. Sunil Bhosale is a Orthopedic surgeon, Spine Surgeon (Ortho) and Joint Replacement Surgeon and has an experience of 22 years in these fields.
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