Joint Replacement Surgery

Overview

Joint replacement is surgery in which the worn-out surfaces of a damaged knee or hip joint are replaced with artificial parts (implants). It is usually advised when pain and stiffness from arthritis or injury limit daily life and other treatments have not helped.

When is it recommended?

Severe knee or hip pain, even at rest

Difficulty walking, climbing stairs or getting up

Stiffness or deformity of the joint

No relief from medicines, injections or physiotherapy

Treatment options

Total Knee Replacement (TKR)

Damaged knee surfaces are replaced with a metal and plastic implant.

Total Hip Replacement (THR)

The damaged ball and socket of the hip joint are replaced with an implant.

What to expect

1. 1Consultation & testsExamination, X-rays and blood tests to plan your surgery.
2. 2SurgeryPerformed in a hospital operation theatre under anaesthesia. Sri Sakthi Multispeciality Hospital
3. 3Hospital stayUsually a few days, as advised by the doctor.
4. 4Recovery & rehabPhysiotherapy and follow-up visits to regain strength and movement.

Downloads

Helpful guides you can save, print or share with your family.

PDFJoint Replacement – Patient GuidePDF • 2.4 MB • 8 pagesDownloadPDFBefore Surgery ChecklistPDF • 0.6 MB • 2 pagesDownloadPDFExercises After Knee ReplacementPDF • 1.8 MB • 6 pagesDownload

For general information only. Please follow the advice given to you by the doctor.

Common questions