When knee damage is extensive, as can occur after injury, osteoarthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis, strategic knee replacement surgery can provide patients with enhanced peace of mind, mobility, and quality of life. Our experienced surgeons can perform partial knee replacement, total knee replacement, or revision knee replacement for patients in and beyond the Glasgow region.
What is partial knee replacement?
If osteoarthritis exists in only one part of the knee, you may be a candidate for partial knee replacement, which can provide pain relief and a reduction in symptoms. The knee houses three compartments – the medial compartment inside the knee, the lateral compartment outside the knee, and the patellofemoral compartment in the front of the knee. If only one of these regions has been damaged and the remaining bone and cartilage are viable, our knee replacement specialists can replace the damaged component with a procedure known as unicompartmental knee replacement (partial knee replacement). Benefits of partial knee replacement include a more natural feel after surgery, accelerated recovery, and less blood loss.