Living with knee pain can make life difficult. If you suffer from joint disease as a result of degenerative or post-traumatic arthritis, then a partial knee replacement may be able to provide you with the pain relief you are looking for.
If you are curious about how a partial knee replacement can help, schedule an appointment at OrthoNeuro. Our board-certified orthopedic knee specialists can evaluate your unique lifestyle and goals to determine which type of treatment is best for you. Contact one of our many offices throughout Greater Columbus, Ohio today!
What Is Partial Knee Replacement Surgery?
Partial knee replacement surgery is a surgical procedure used to correct knee arthritis when only part of the knee joint is affected.
There are three knee compartments: the medial compartment, the lateral compartment, and the patella or knee cap. The medial compartment is found on the inside of the knee, closest to the opposite knee. The lateral compartment is on the outside of the knee joint. The medial compartment is the most likely compartment of the knee to be affected by arthritis.
The damaged part of the knee cartilage is replaced with a prosthesis. When one compartment of the knee is replaced, it is called unicompartmental knee replacement. When the knee cap is replaced along with either the medial or lateral compartment, it is referred to as bicompartmental knee replacement.