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About Knee Replacement
Osteoarthritis progresses differently for each person, but eventually, it causes significant joint damage. At that stage, the only way to relieve the pain and regain function is with a knee replacement performed by Richard Buch, MD, and the exceptional team at The Dallas Limb Restoration Center. As experts in the field, they offer innovative services, such as 3D knee replacements customized to fit your body and bilateral knee replacement surgery. If you’re desperate for pain-free knees, don’t wait to schedule an appointment. Call the office in Carrollton, Texas, or book a consultation online today.
When would I need a knee replacement?
The Dallas Limb Restoration Center primarily performs knee replacement surgery in patients with advanced osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis breaks down the protective cartilage covering bones. Without enough cartilage, the exposed bones become damaged, leading to pain, stiffness, and bone spurs.
Though treatment begins with nonsurgical therapies, such as anti-inflammatory medications, joint injections, physical therapy, and regenerative medicine, osteoarthritis isn't curable and continues to progress.
When the disease reaches an advanced stage, you have such extensive joint damage that your only treatment choice is a knee replacement.
How does 3D knee replacement customize my treatment?
The Dallas Limb Restoration Center was among the first to specialize in 3D knee replacements. The team uses the innovative Conformis iTotal PS knee replacement system to create a prosthetic customized for your joint.
Your provider takes a CT scan of your knee and sends the detailed image to the Conformis lab. They use 3D printing to make a mold based on your CT scan and manufacture a prosthetic that perfectly fits the contours and shape of your knee.
When your joint is ready, your provider also receives a pre-operative plan they use to navigate your surgery. The plan includes images showing the amount of bone to remove and how to position the implant.
Compared to standard, one-size-fits-all knee prosthetics, your Conformis implants deliver superior comfort, natural movement, and no pain.
What are partial and total knee replacements?
If arthritis damages one (of three) compartments in your knee, your provider can replace that area and leave the rest of your knee and ligaments intact. This is a partial (unicompartmental) knee replacement.
You need a total joint replacement when the damage affects more than one compartment. For a total replacement, your provider removes and reshapes the ends of both leg bones, and then replaces them with metal implants. They may also place a plastic implant on the back side of your kneecap.
Can I have both knees replaced at the same time?
Many people can consider a bilateral knee replacement. However, having both knees replaced during one surgery isn’t for everyone. You’re not a good candidate if you have heart disease, diabetes, a lung condition, or other serious medical problems.
Don’t wait for arthritis to get so advanced you can barely walk. Call The Dallas Limb Restoration Center or connect online to learn more about knee replacement surgery.