When a patient has knee arthritis, we try to manage it first with conservative treatments; however, when surgery becomes an option, sometimes partial knee replacement is a choice to consider.
A partial knee replacement is where we replace only part of the knee. Typically, that’s replacing only the inside section, or “medial compartment,” of the knee. That area is most likely to wear out. To learn more about the advantages of a partial knee replacement as opposed to total knee replacement, what to expect from both knee surgeries and more, please watch my video below.
Patients with other leg and knee injuries or conditions may find the following information helpful:
- What are the Repair or Reconstruction Options for a Torn ACL?
- Total Knee Replacement: Honore’s Story
About the Author: Scott A. Wingerter, M.D., Ph.D. is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in joint preservation and replacement surgery. His focus is on total joint replacement of the hip and knee, hip resurfacing, partial knee replacement, minimally invasive surgery, and hip arthroscopy.
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The medical information contained in the Dickson-Diveley Orthopaedics website is provided to increase your knowledge and understanding of orthopedic conditions. This information should not be interpreted as recommendation for a specific medical or surgical treatment plan. As each patient may have specific symptoms or associated problems, the treatment regimen for a specific patient may not be the proper treatment for another.
Gaining knowledge and understanding of a particular problem or condition is the first step in any medical treatment plan. I believe the information presented on our website will be helpful for those individuals experiencing leg or knee pain, or other related problems. However, this information is not intended to replace the advice of your family physician. You are encouraged to consult with your physician to discuss any course of treatment presented or suggested.
