If arthritis affects only one part of your knee, you may not need a total knee replacement
A partial knee replacement replaces only the damaged section of the knee, preserving healthy bone, cartilage and ligaments
Recovery
Most patients:
- Walk within hours
- Return home the same day or the following morning
- Recover more quickly than after total knee replacement
- Return to driving earlier
- Resume activities sooner
Why Choose Mr Tom Symes?
Mr Symes has extensive experience in both partial and total knee replacement surgery. Careful patient selection is one of the most important factors in achieving an excellent result, and every patient receives honest advice about which procedure is most appropriate.
Benefits of Partial Knee Replacement
Compared with a total knee replacement, a partial knee replacement provides:
- Smaller operation
- Less bone removal
- Faster recovery
- Less pain after surgery
- Better range of movement
- Easier future revision if required
- lower risk of complications
The priority is always choosing the operation that will give the best long-term result, rather than the smallest operation
Am I Suitable for a Partial Knee Replacement
You may be suitable if:
- Arthritis is confined to one compartment
- Your ACL and other ligaments remain healthy
- The rest of your knee joint is well preserved
Specialist assessment, X-rays and, where necessary, MRI scans help determine whether a partial or total knee replacement is the best option
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a partial Knee Replacement better than a total Knee Replacement?
If you are the right patient, a partial knee repacement often feels more like a natural knee. However, if arthritis affects more than one part of the knee, a total knee replacement will usually provide a better long-term outcome.
Will I eventually need a total knee replacement?
Not neccesarily, many partial knee replacement last for many years. If arthritis develops elsewhere in the knee, conversion to a total knee replacement is possible.
Can I return to sport?
Yes. Most patients return to walking, cycling, golf and other sports. Return to sport is more likely after a partial knee replacement.