Knee Surgery

What is knee surgery?

Knee surgery is a group of orthopedic procedures designed to relieve chronic knee pain caused by injury, arthritis, or another degenerative condition. Most cases of knee pain respond to conservative treatments, like activity modification and anti-inflammatory medication. If your symptoms persist, worsen, or interfere with your quality of life, seek treatment.

What are the types of knee surgery?

Dr. Pearle offers several types of knee surgery, including:

ACL reconstruction

ACL reconstruction is a minimally invasive procedure that repairs a torn or ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). Anyone can experience an ACL injury, but they’re especially common in athletes. 

During ACL reconstruction, Dr. Pearle uses a graft made from natural or synthetic material to replace your ACL. He holds the graft in place with two screws that help stabilize your knee joint.

Partial knee replacement

If you have osteoarthritis in only one area of your knee, Dr. Pearle might recommend partial knee replacement. Dr. Pearle performs minimally invasive cementless partial knee replacement. During the procedure, he removes the damaged or diseased portion of your knee and replaces it with a prosthesis. The process is quick, pain-free, and provides lasting relief.

Total knee replacement

If you have chronic arthritis that results in joint damage, Dr. Pearle might recommend total knee replacement. Total knee replacement is similar to partial knee replacement. The difference is that Dr. Pearle removes your entire knee joint and replaces it with a prosthesis. 

Robotic knee replacement

Robotic knee replacement is a type of minimally invasive orthopedic surgery that uses a robotic console. The robotic console allows Dr. Pearle to make more precise surgical motions. That reduces the risk of bleeding and infection, allowing for quicker recovery times.

Meniscus surgery

Meniscus surgery is an orthopedic procedure that uses special tools to remove or repair a torn meniscus –– a piece of cartilage in your knee. Meniscus surgery takes about an hour and can help you return to your favorite activities.

What type of knee surgery might benefit me?

The type of knee surgery that will most benefit you depends on several factors, including your age, the severity of your symptoms, and the underlying cause. 

After a review of your medical records, a discussion of your symptoms, and a complete physical exam, Dr. Pearle can develop a custom surgical treatment plan.

To see if you’re a candidate for knee surgery, make an appointment at the practice of Andrew W. Pearle, MD, by calling the nearest office or booking online today.