What is Robotic Knee Replacement? Its Causes And Types.
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Knee Replacement Treatment, also known as knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which a damaged or worn out knee joint is replaced with an artificial joint, called a prosthesis. The goal of the surgery is to alleviate pain and improve the function of the knee joint. Causes Osteoarthritis: A degenerative condition that causes the cartilage in the knee joint to wear down Rheumatoid arthritis: An autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the joint, leading to damage and loss of function Trauma or injury: A severe injury to the knee joint, such as a fracture or ligament tear, can lead to damage and the need for knee replacement surgery The surgery is performed under general anesthesia and typically involves making incisions on the front of the knee to access the joint. The damaged bone and cartilage are removed and the prosthesis is inserted and secured in place. The incision is then closed and the patient is placed in a knee brace to support the joint during the healing...