Knee Replacement Surgery in Montreal

Are you living with chronic and severe knee pain that hampers your daily activities and diminishes your quality of life? If so, it may be time to consider knee replacement surgery as a viable solution.

If you are looking to relieve pain caused by an injury or a long-standing knee condition, contact us to learn more about the expertise of Dr. Beauchamp’s Orthopaedic Clinic teams in knee arthroplasty and how we can assist you.

What Is Knee Replacement Surgery?

Knee replacement surgery involves removing the damaged or arthritic surfaces of the knee joint and replacing them with artificial implants, known as prostheses. This procedure, performed under general anesthesia, aims to correct deformities, relieve pain, and restore proper functioning of the knee.

Partial or total knee arthroplasty becomes necessary for individuals facing certain conditions or circumstances that cannot be resolved through physiotherapy alone and have a significant impact on the health of the knee joint and quality of life. If you struggle with simple tasks such as walking, dressing, putting on shoes, going up and down stairs, getting up after sitting, and your quality of life is suffering due to knee pain, it might be time to consider surgery.

What Are the Symptoms That Can Lead to This Surgery?

Knee replacement can address pain and stiffness in individuals suffering from arthritis or advanced osteoarthritis that do not respond to non-surgical treatment. The goal of the procedure is to enable you to resume your daily activities and exercise more comfortably.

A severe knee injury, such as a fracture or ligament tear, may also necessitate knee replacement. Other conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of infections, can cause inflammation and damage to the knee joint, requiring surgical intervention.

One of the most common reasons is osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease that causes the breakdown of knee cartilage. As the cartilage wears away, individuals experience pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. When conservative treatments do not provide relief, knee replacement surgery becomes a viable option.

Types of Knee Replacements

There are two types of knee replacements: total and partial. Our doctors are proficient in both techniques and will recommend the approach that best suits your condition during your consultation based on the severity of your condition, your age, and your daily activity level.

Partial Knee Replacement

Partial knee replacement, also known as unicompartmental knee replacement, is performed when only one part of the knee joint is affected by arthritis or is damaged. In this procedure, only the affected compartment of the knee is replaced, preserving the healthy parts of the joint. This option is suitable for patients with localized knee damage, as it allows for a quicker recovery and a more natural feeling of the knee due to the unicompartmental prosthesis.

Total Knee Replacement

Total knee replacement, also known as total knee arthroplasty, involves replacing the entire knee joint with prosthetic components. This comprehensive procedure is recommended for patients suffering from widespread arthritis of the knee or severe joint damage. By replacing all three compartments of the knee, total knee arthroplasty aims to restore the function and stability of the joint.

Who Can Benefit from a Knee Prosthesis?

Our knee specialist surgeons may recommend a knee replacement if you experience significant pain, inflammation, and damage to the knee joint due to conditions such as:

• Osteoarthritis (the most common)
• Arthritis
• Osteonecrosis (avascular necrosis)

If you are experiencing discomfort or pain in your knee, do not hesitate to make an appointment at Dr. Beauchamp’s Orthopaedic Clinic to assess your condition and find the appropriate treatment.

The Process of Knee Replacement Surgery

Most people are very satisfied with this surgery. Therefore, it is important to be well-informed before undergoing the operation. For this reason, our team strives to provide you with information to offer the highest quality of care.

Before the Surgery

Initially, our specialists meet with you to discuss your knee issues and may recommend other treatments such as pain or inflammation medication, walking aids, joint injections, and physical therapy. If these measures do not relieve pain and stiffness, knee arthroplasty may be necessary to restore function and improve quality of life.

During the Surgery

During your orthopaedic surgery, our medical team will replace the surfaces of one or both ends of the knee with an artificial joint under anesthesia, depending on the affected area.

After the Surgery / Recovery

Physiotherapy and your involvement in your rehabilitation are crucial to help you regain your mobility and resume your daily activities more quickly with less pain.

Contact Dr. Beauchamp’s Orthopaedic Clinic for Knee Replacement Surgery in Montreal