By Mr Rahul Kakar
02.07.24
Orthopaedic surgeon
Total and partial knee replacement: what’s the difference?
Knee pain is a common issue that affects many people, particularly as they age or engage in activities that put significant stress on the knee joint. When conservative treatments such as medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications fail to alleviate the pain, surgical options like knee replacement may be considered. Knee replacement surgery, which can be either total or partial, aims to restore function and relieve pain in the damaged knee. Leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Rahul Kakar delves into what total and partial knee replacements involve and the differences between the two.