Knee Replacement - Overview, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

The knee joint is frequently used for daily duties and activities, therefore maintaining a healthy knee joint is vital. Knee replacement is a type of surgery for individuals suffering from severe knee pain and have restriction in range of movement. Knee replacements are also know as knee arthroplasty and can be partial or total knee replacement. Knee replacements are a common surgical procedure aimed to reduce discomfort and increase knee movement allowing a better quality of life for the client by resurfacing the damaged areas of the knee joint. This type of surgery may be considered with individuals with arthritis or severe knee injury. Three common types of arthritis include: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Traumatic Arthritis.