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Is a partial knee replacement (UKR) right for you? Let's explore who's a good fit and who might need a different approach. 🦵

UKR, or unicondylar knee replacement, is ideal for individuals whose arthritis is limited to just one compartment of the knee. Crucially, your ligaments – ACL, PCL, LCL, and MCL – must be intact. This surgery replaces only the worn-out parts, preserving the healthy portions of your knee.

Good candidates also have a strong range of motion, with a knee that straightens fully and bends well. Flexibility is a plus, as long as the damage is confined to a single compartment. Your body weight plays a role too; a BMI below 40 is generally recommended, as excessive weight can strain the implant.

Furthermore, a UKR is typically considered after all conservative treatments – like physiotherapy, medication, and injections – have been exhausted. It's a step taken when non-surgical options no longer provide adequate relief.

However, if your arthritis affects multiple compartments or your ligaments are damaged, a total knee replacement might be more suitable. Your orthopedic surgeon will evaluate your specific condition to determine the best course of action. #PartialKneeReplacement #UKR #KneeSurgery #OrthopedicSurgery #JointHealth #KneePainRelief #ArthritisTreatment


0:00 Who is a good candidate forq UKR?
0:27 Criteria that patients must fulfill
0:53 Knee ligaments must be intact
1:25 Good range of motion
1:59 BMI less than 40
2:35 Exhausted all other conservative methods




DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in the video are the doctor’s personal views based on his own experience. Kindly do not use this information for your treatment decisions without your doctor’s advice. Please follow the advice of your surgeon/doctor for best results. This video is intended solely for educational purposes and should not be used for medicolegal purposes.

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