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Advanced Knee Care
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The knee joint connects the thigh to the lower leg. Knee pain and stiffness from wear and tear, an injury or other conditions can affect mobility and the ability to participate in various activities.
How We Can Help
Common knee procedures and conditions treated at Salem Orthopaedic Surgery:
Knee Replacement
Knee replacement surgery removes and replaces damaged cartilage and bone in the knee joint with artificial implants and is an option to relieve arthritis pain that limits daily activities.
There are different types of knee replacement surgeries that remove and replace damaged cartilage and bone. The types of knee replacement surgeries include those below, as well as others you might need based on your doctor’s recommendations.
Total Knee Replacement
A total knee replacement replaces all of the knee joint with artificial implants.
Partial Knee Replacement
A partial knee replacement replaces only the damaged parts of the knee joint with artificial implants.
Revision Knee Replacement
If a previous knee implant becomes damaged, revision knee replacement surgery may be performed to repair or replace the damaged artificial joint with a new implant.
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows your doctor to diagnose and treat many knee problems using only small incisions and specialized tools.
ACL Reconstruction
ACL reconstruction surgery reconstructs a torn anterior cruciate ligament, which is located in the center of the knee and plays a crucial role in maintaining knee stability.
Cartilage Repair
Cartilage repair surgeries treat damaged cartilage, a firm yet flexible tissue that helps the knee joint glide and function well.
There are different types of surgeries to repair damaged cartilage. The types of cartilage repair procedures include those below, as well as others you might need based on your doctor’s recommendations.
Meniscus Tears
This type of surgery repairs a tear in the small, "C" shaped piece of cartilage in the knee joint.
Osteochondral Autograft
Osteochondral Autograft surgery repairs damaged cartilage that lines the ends of bones in a joint.
Microfracture
This surgical technique treats small areas of damaged cartilage and stimulates new cartilage growth to promote healing.
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