High Flex Knee Replacement Surgery In India At Affordable Low Cost

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High Flex Knee Replacement in India

Prosthetic Knee Accommodates a Higher Degree of Bending for Total Knee Replacement Recipients

For those who suffer from osteoarthritis, pain has become a part of every day life. In some cases, total knee replacement may be the best option for relief. But many individuals may not take that step, fearing further limitations in their daily activities. A new total knee replacement implant can help put those concerns to rest....

High Flex Knee Replacement

Q. What is osteoarthritis? A. As the most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that causes deterioration of cartilage between bones. Factors that may cause the development and progression of the disease include aging, genetics, obesity and joint injuries from sports, work or accidents. There are an estimated 21 million people in the United States who suffer from osteoarthritis.

A healthy knee is designed to move and endure the forces of everyday activities. Cartilage that covers the ends of our bones acts like a cushion or shock absorber to prevent joints from grinding. For those who suffer from osteoarthritis of the knee, the cartilage of the affected joint is roughened and becomes worn down, causing the bone ends to rub against each other.....

Q. What symptoms should I look for with osteoarthritis? A. Individuals with osteoarthritis may experience aching, stiffness and eventual loss of mobility within the knee joint. Inflammation may or may not be present. The pain may be severe at times, followed by periods of relative relief. It often worsens after extensive use of the knee and is more likely to occur at night than in the morning. Stiffness tends to follow periods of inactivity, such as sleep or sitting and can be eased by stretching and exercise. Pain also seems to increase in humid weather. As the disease progresses, the pain may occur even when the joint is at rest and can keep the sufferer awake at nigh.....

Q. What tests will confirm the diagnosis of osteoarthritis? A. Osteoarthritis is often visible on X-rays. Cartilage loss is indicated if the normal space between the bones is narrowed, if there is an abnormal increase in bone density or if bony projections or erosions are evident. A blood test for rheumatoid is often taken to rule out rheumatoid arthritis'....

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Q. What is the NexGen® Complete Knee Solution LPS-Flex Fixed Bearing Knee? A. The NexGen LPS-Flex Fixed Knee is the latest in total knee replacement options from Zimmer. The Flex Fixed Knee is specifically designed to safely accommodate flexion of up to 155 degrees. Generally, knee replacements have been designed to accommodate flexibility up to 125 degrees....

Q. What is flexion? A. Flexion is the action of bending a joint, such as your knee or elbow. The opposite motion is extension, which is the act of straightening a joint, such as the knee when you are standing.... 

Q. How much flexion do I need? A. Your need and desire for high flexion may be dictated by your favorite activities or cultural background. Many daily activities require the ability to bend the knee beyond 125 degrees. Climbing stairs, for example, requires a range of motion from 75–140 degrees while sitting in a chair and standing up again requires a 90–130 degrees range of motion. Other activities, like gardening, playing golf or kneeling for prayer involve motions that require up to 130–150 degrees of flexion to perform....

Q. What is the benefit of the Flex Fixed Knee? A. The Flex Fixed Knee is specifically designed to safely accommodate up to 155 degrees of flexion in patients who had this ability before surgery. This means that with appropriate rehabilitation a patient can resume an active lifestyle after total knee replacement – deeply bending the knee for recreational, religious and other day-to-day activities. Patients today want to continue their previous lifestyles – even after total knee replacement. The Flex Fixed Knee may be an option for many patients to help them achieve this goal...

Q. How do I know if I am a candidate for the LPS-Flex Fixed Knee? A. A number of factors can determine whether a patient is qualified to receive the LPS-Flex Fixed Knee. These factors will also help determine how successful the overall outcome will be. The ideal candidate will be one who is capable of fairly high flexion before the surgery and who is willing and able to undergo the rehabilitation (physical therapy) necessary to regain flexion after surgery....

Q. Is the surgery for the LPS-Flex Fixed Knee different than other total knee replacements? A. The surgery for the Flex Fixed Knee basically is the same as for other total knee replacements. You will first be taken into the operating room and given anesthesia. After the anesthesia has taken effect, the skin around the knee is thoroughly scrubbed with an antiseptic liquid. The knee is flexed about 90 degrees and the lower portion of the leg, including the foot, is placed in a special device to securely hold it in place during the surgery. Usually a tourniquet is then applied to the upper portion of the leg to help slow the flow of blood during the surgery....

Q.  Are there special pre-operative exercises I should do before a total knee replacement with the LPS-Flex Fixed Knee? A. Your doctor may recommend that you try and do some exercises in the weeks before surgery to help condition your muscles to support flexion when the new joint is implanted. Talk with your doctor to learn if he or she has any recommendations....

Q. What kind of rehabilitation program should I expect after the LPS-Flex Fixed Knee is implanted? A. Since rehabilitation is crucial to a successful outcome, your doctor may recommend an early and aggressive rehabilitation regimen after surgery and after you leave the hospital. After discharge, your physician will refer you to a physical therapist. Your therapist will work with you to help you regain your strength, balance and range-of-motion. Your commitment to following proper prescribed home exercises and additional rehabilitation is critical to the success of the surgery...

Surgical Procedure of Hi Flex Knee Replacement

Total Knee Replacement Surgery with the NexGen LPS-Flex Fixed Knee

The knee is the hinge joint consisting of three bones. The upper part of the hinge is at the end of the upper leg bone (femur), and the lower part of the hinge is at the top of the lower leg bone (tibia). When the knee is bent, the end of the femur rolls and slides on top of the tibia. A third bone, the kneecap (patella), glides over the front and end of the femur....

Getting to the Joint

The patient is first taken into the operating room and given anesthesia. After the anesthesia has taken effect, the skin around the knee is thoroughly scrubbed with an antiseptic liquid. The knee is flexed about 90 degrees and the lower portion of the leg, including the foot, is placed in a special device to securely hold it in place during the surgery. Usually a tourniquet is then applied to the upper portion of the leg to help slow the flow of blood during the surgery...

Removing the Damaged Bone Surfaces

The damaged bone surfaces and cartilage are then removed by the surgeon. Precision instruments and guides are used to help make sure the cuts are made at the correct angles so the bones will align properly after the new surfaces (implants) are attached.....

Attaching the Implants

An implant is attached to each of the three bones. These implants are designed so that the knee joint will move in a way that is very similar to the way the joint moved when it was healthy. The implants are attached using a special kind of cement for bones.....

Knee Implants After Attachment

Closing the Wound

If necessary, the surgeon may adjust the ligaments that surround the knee to achieve the best possible knee function.

When all of the implants are in place and the ligaments are properly adjusted, the surgeon sews the layers of tissue back into their proper position. A plastic tube may be inserted into the wound to allow liquids to drain from the site during the first few hours after surgery. The edges of the skin are then sewn together, and the knee is wrapped in a sterile bandage. The patient is then taken to the recovery room....

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