Contact Us COVID-19 Information PHONE: (201) 445-2830 FAX: (201) 445-7471 HOME OUR TEAM LOCATION AND HOURS PATIENT RESOURCES NEWS PATIENT EDUCATION Procedures ACL Reconstruction ACL Reconstruction (Arthrex® TightRope®) ACL Reconstruction with Hamstring Arthroscopic Chondroplasty Arthrosurface® HemiCAP® Resurfacing Aspiration of the Prepatellar Bursa Autologous Chondrocyte Transplantation Cartilage Repair Cartilage Repair (Biologic Patch with Chondrocyte Transplantation) Fluoroscopic Guided Steroid Injection for Knee Pain Genicular Nerve Ablation (RF Neurotomy) HYALGAN® Injection for Knee Pain (Fluoroscopic Guided) Joint Arthroscopy Lateral Release and Medial Imbrication Loose Body Removal (Knee) Meniscal Transplant Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic Technique) Microfracture Drilling Procedure for Isolated Chondral Defect Mini Incision Total Knee Replacement OATS Cartilage Repair Surgery Partial Meniscectomy Patellofemoral Replacement Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Reconstruction Revision Knee Surgery Revision Knee with Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy Stem Cell Therapy for Nonunion Fracture of the Tibia Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy Total Knee Replacement Total Knee Replacement (Computer-Assisted Robotic Knee Replacement) Total Knee Replacement (Uncemented) Ultrasound-Guided Injection for Knee Pain Unicondylar Knee Resurfacing Visco-supplementation for Arthritis of the Knee Animation of Knee Replacement Video: Triathlon® Knee Video: Knee - Are You a Candidate for Total Knee Replacement? TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT Overview This procedure restores function to a severely damaged knee. Most commonly, it is used to repair a knee that has been damaged by arthritis. During the procedure, the surgeon replaces the damaged portions of the knee with artificial parts. These parts consist of a metal femoral component, a metal tibial component and a plastic spacer. A small plastic patellar component may also be used. Preparation In preparation for the procedure, anesthesia is administered and the patient is positioned. The surgeon makes an incision in the front of the knee. The surgeon gently moves the kneecap out of the way to expose the joint. Reshaping The Bones The surgeon carefully trims away the damaged ends of the femur and the tibia. The surgeon removes cartilage and a small amount of underlying bone, reshaping the bones to provide a stable platform for the artificial components. Inserting The Metal Components After the bones have been prepared, the surgeon may apply bone cement to stabilize these components. The surgeon inserts the metal femoral and tibial components. Inserting The Spacer The surgeon secures a plastic spacer onto the tibia component. The spacer will allow the femoral component to glide smoothly and naturally as the knee is used. Patellar Resurfacing In addition to repairing the femur and tibia, the surgeon may also choose to resurface the kneecap. If so, the surgeon will carefully trim away the back of the kneecap and replace it with a small plastic cap. Testing The Joint When all of the components are in place, the surgeon tests the components by guiding the knee through a range of movements. The surgeon checks to make sure the knee flexes and extends with a fluid and natural motion. End Of Procedure When the procedure is complete, the surgeon closes the incision and bandages the knee. Many patients can resume most normal activities within three to six weeks. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery. © 2013 Swarm Interactive, Inc. Contact Us PHONE: (201) 445-2830 FAX: (201) 445-7471 Ridgewood Orthopedic Group 85 South Maple Avenue, 2nd Floor, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 Ridgewood Orthopedic Group - Mahwah The Valley Center for Health and Wellness 1400 MacArthur Blvd., Clinical Suite A, Mahwah, NJ 07430 See All Locations » Search Our Site Copyright © 2021 Ridgewood Orthopedic Group | Disclaimer