Bilateral Knee surgery involves removing damaged knee elements and replacing them with a metal and plastic prosthetic knee. A bonding agent such as acrylic cement is used to join the new artificial implant to the kneecap, femur, and tibia. Knee replacement surgery is also performed for the following reasons: Knee problems – Broken bones or damaged ligaments can make your knee rheumatic and reduce its range of motion over time. Arthritis rheumatoid – The lining of your knee is attacked and destroyed by your immune system Disfigurements – Bowed legs, for example, may necessitate knee surgery to restore correct joint alignment.
Our orthopedic surgeons will assess the state of your knee joint and perform any imaging necessary during the preoperative phase. In some cases, some of the adjacent joints (hip and ankle) may also be evaluated. If these joints are damaged, it may affect the efficacy of your results. Stop smoking before surgery and for the first few months afterward, as smoking might impede healing and raise the chance of problems. Overweight patients may need to lose weight in order to have a faster recovery and a better long-term prognosis from the treatment and bilateral knee surgery.
After bilateral knee surgery, you will typically spend 2-3 days in the hospital. To assist you to to manage any discomfort, our surgeons may prescribe pain medication. Physical therapy will begin within two days of your operation and will usually last until you leave the hospital. Physical treatment in the early phases will focus on weight-bearing exercises like standing and walking, as well as occupational therapy to help you acclimate to your new prosthetic knee. We invest in cutting-edge technology at Colorado Advanced Orthopedics to ensure you get the greatest possible results from your surgery.
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