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Hip - KneeTo reach the point where someone needs arthroplasty, it means that the articular surfaces have been destroyed. The bones are covered by cartilage, a smooth tissue that effortlessly allows movement without the bones coming into contact with each other. If the cartilage is somehow damaged, then the adjacent bones are deformed. This is how the well-known arthritis is formed, where in the early stages, it can come into remission with medication or collagen injections, however, if the damage spreads, arthroplasty is necessary.
Total arthroplasty can be performed both on the hip and knee, as well as, on the shoulder, using digital navigation and is the best (but also the most expensive) method of treating many diseases by combining the skill and experience of the orthopedic surgeon with the precision of digital technology.
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The digital system used in knee arthroplasty, offers the surgeon guidance with acute precision, in order to remove the surfaces of the bones that have been damaged and taking into account the anatomy of each patient, both, the size of the implant to be used and the delimitation of its perfectly adjusted placement, are determined.
During arthroplasty, the computer provides the surgeon with a 3D image of the joint he is operating, offering him great help in performing the operation with millimeter accuracy that cannot be reached with the naked eye.
The primary symptom is pain in the hip area, which can reflect up to the knee. The joint becomes stiff, blocking daily movements such as walking. As osteoarthritis progresses, the muscles of the hip become weaker, creating problems and difficulties in the other hip, waist, knee, etc.
When the knee needs arthroplasty, it means that osteoarthritis has progressed a long way and the pain is acute, along with a range of symptoms that include stiffness, crunching and swelling, especially in the morning hours. These symptoms lead to a progressive decrease in knee mobility that directly affects the patient’s well-being and psychology.
There are three types of anesthesia: the general, dorsal and epidural. The anesthesiologist in conjunction with the surgeon, will co-decide on the appropriate type of anesthesia.
The duration of the surgery, including anesthesia and resuscitation of the patient, does not exceed a total of 2 hours.
As soon as the influence of the drug has passed, the physiotherapist lifts the patient up to walk.
The patient can return home in 24 hours. If he/she remains longer, this will be due to coexisting pathological problems that require follow-up after surgery.
The patient is immediately included in a kinesiotherapy program under the supervision of a physiotherapist and of course, during hospitalization, the specialized medical team and the doctor himself, closely monitor the patient.
Before being discharged, the patient receives detailed instructions on the medication to be taken and physiotherapy to be done.
In modern arthroplasty, complications have been virtually eliminated. Perhaps the most realistic risk is of blood clots, but even this risk is very small with modern anticoagulants. Another complication, fortunately very rare, is implant infection. To avoid it, surgeons take all the necessary precautionary measures, such as the administration of antibiotics.
The patient after arthroplasty notices complete relief from pain and a great change in mobility, which is greatly improved. The implant used is efficient and has a long lifespan if it has been chosen taking into account specific factors (the patient’s physical condition, age, weight, level of physical activity).
The cost is determined by many factors, about which your doctor can inform you. The nature of the operation, which is minimally invasive and does not require long hospitalization, certainly reduces costs.
If you are experiencing any pain or discomfort, please do not hesitate to contact us.