Precision Diagnostics and Surgical Planning
1. Expert Orthopaedic Consultation
A successful knee replacement depends on accurately assessing the extent of your cartilage wear and planning the correct implant geometry.
Your Consultation in Istanbul:
- Advanced Imaging: Utilizing standing weight-bearing X-rays to assess joint space narrowing and mechanical alignment (varus or valgus deformities).
- Comprehensive Evaluation: Discussing your level of pain, functional limitations, and conservative treatments you’ve tried (like steroid or hyaluronic acid injections).
- Choosing the Right Surgery: Your surgeon will determine if you need a Total Knee Replacement (all compartments) or if you are a candidate for a less invasive Partial (Unicompartmental) Knee Replacement.
Advanced Technology for Perfect Alignment
2. Surgical Excellence in Knee Arthroplasty
Our orthopaedic teams utilize the highest quality implant systems from Zimmer Biomet, DePuy Synthes, and Stryker.
Advanced Surgical Options:
- Total Knee Replacement (TKR): Resurfacing all three compartments of the knee joint. The worn cartilage is removed, and metal prosthetic components are fixed, with a durable polyethylene bearing surface between them.
- Partial Knee Replacement (UKR): If only the medial compartment is worn, we can resurface just that area. This preserves your cruciate ligaments, resulting in a smaller incision, a more ’natural’ feeling knee, and a faster recovery.
- Robotic-Assisted Surgery: Utilizing the MAKO robotic system to create a 3D model of your knee, allowing the surgeon to execute bone cuts and implant alignment with sub-millimeter precision.
Getting You Back on Your Feet
3. Rapid Rehabilitation and Recovery
Modern pain management protocols and early mobilization are the secrets to a fast, successful knee recovery.
Recovery Milestones:
- Day Zero Mobilization: You will likely stand and take your first steps with a walker on the same day as your surgery.
- In-Patient Physio: Daily physiotherapy sessions in the hospital focus on achieving 90 degrees of knee flexion (bending) and safe stair climbing before you are discharged to your hotel.
- Long-Term Success: By following the guided home-exercise plan, you will steadily improve your range of motion and strength, returning to normal daily activities within 6 to 12 weeks.