Introduction
At Total Orthopaedic Care & Surgery, we adopt a special approach to help your knees stay strong and functional for as long as possible. It’s called the “knee preservation approach,” and it’s all about keeping your knees in their best shape, much like taking care of a prized possession.
Imagine your knees as the hinges of a door that allow you to walk, run, and move around. Over time, like any other important part of our bodies, knees can experience wear and tear. However, instead of immediately considering major procedures like knee replacement, we’re going to focus on preserving and enhancing the health of your natural knee joints.
What is Knee Preservation?
Knee preservation is like a team effort between you, us, and your body. Instead of rushing into major surgeries, we aim to keep your knee joint as close to its natural state as possible. This involves carefully assessing your knee’s condition and working together to find strategies that will improve its function and reduce pain.
Understanding the Approach
Personalized Plans:
First, we'll sit down and have a chat. We want to know about your lifestyle, activities, and how your knee issues are affecting you. This helps us create a plan that suits your individual needs.
Conservative Treatments:
We'll start with non-surgical options like physiotherapy, exercises, medications, and lifestyle changes. These steps can help manage pain and enhance your knee's stability.
Joint-Friendly Procedures:
If needed, we might consider less invasive procedures that focus on fixing specific problems within your knee. Think of these as small repairs to keep your knee working smoothly.
Knee Osteotomy:
In some cases, we might perform a knee osteotomy. This means making calculated adjustments to the bones around your knee joint to improve its alignment. It's like realigning a car's wheels to ensure a smoother ride.
Arthroscopy:
This is a minimally invasive procedure where we use a tiny camera to diagnose and sometimes treat knee issues. It's like using a small telescope to look inside your knee and fix any minor problems.
Long-Term Outlook:
The goal of knee preservation is to help you maintain your own knee joint for as long as possible. This approach can delay or even eliminate the need for major surgeries like knee replacements.
Why Choose Knee Preservation?
Less Invasive:
The procedures involved in knee preservation are generally less invasive than major surgeries, meaning shorter recovery times and less disruption to your life.
Maintaining Natural Joints:
By aiming to preserve your natural knee joint, we help you keep the feeling and function that you're used to.
Longer-lasting Solutions:
Knee preservation can provide relief for years, helping you enjoy your favourite activities with less pain.
Conclusion
Remember, every knee is unique, and the knee preservation approach is all about finding what works best for you. We’re partners in this journey towards healthier knees, and we are here to guide you every step of the way. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to ask. Your knee health is our priority!
