How Long Does Knee Replacement Surgery Take

Your everyday life might be greatly impacted by chronic knee pain, which can be really crippling. Knee replacement surgery is frequently required to relieve knee discomfort and restore full function if you have arthritis, an injury, or another degenerative knee condition.

Knee replacement surgery typically takes about 1 to 2 hours to complete, depending on the patient’s overall health, the complexity of the joint damage, and whether it is a partial or total knee replacement. The procedure involves removing the damaged cartilage and bone and replacing them with artificial components designed to restore smooth movement. Additional time may be needed for preparation, anesthesia, and recovery immediately after surgery, so patients can expect to spend several hours in the surgical and recovery areas overall.

Side Effects of Knee Replacement Surgery:

Knee replacement surgery can cause some temporary side effects as your body heals. Most are mild and improve with proper care and rehabilitation. Serious complications are less common but can occur.

Common side effects include:

• Pain after surgery
   
• Swelling around the knee
   
• Stiffness and limited movement
   
• Bruising near the incision
   
• Temporary numbness
   

Less common but serious risks:

• Infection
   
• Blood clots
   
• Implant loosening
   
• Nerve or blood vessel injury
   
• Allergic reaction to anesthesia or implant materials
   

Dangers of Delaying Knee Replacement Surgery

Delaying knee replacement surgery can lead to worsening joint damage and increased pain over time. As the knee continues to deteriorate, mobility may decrease, making daily activities more difficult and affecting overall quality of life.

Dangers of delaying knee replacement surgery include:

• Increased pain and stiffness
   
• Progressive joint deformity
   
• Reduced mobility and difficulty walking
   
• Muscle weakness due to limited use
   
• Higher risk of falls
   
• More complicated surgery later
   
• Longer recovery time if surgery is done at an advanced stage
   
• Lower overall success rate of the procedure if delayed too long
   

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