What would make you a good candidate for a partial knee replacement?
f you’re suffering from advanced osteoarthritis and nonsurgical treatments aren’t helping to relieve the symptoms, you might be a good candidate for partial knee replacement, according to the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
(AAHKS).
A partial knee replacement, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), would be a good option for you if you:
- Are older
- Are not very active
- Have good range of motion in your knee
- Have only a minor knee deformity
- Have stable ligaments in your knee
- Only have bad arthritis in one part of your knee
Talk to your doctor for more information about what makes a good candidate for a partial knee replacement.
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