FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - Hip & Knee
What is Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic, progressive condition that affects the articular cartilage in joints, most commonly the knee. While it is often associated with ageing, OA is not simply a result of getting older.
What is a Total Hip Replacement?
A Total Hip Replacement (THR) is a surgical procedure that involves replacing the damaged or worn surfaces of the hip joint with an artificial joint, known as a prosthesis.
What is Knee Replacement Surgery?
There are three types of Knee Replacement Surgery - Total Knee Replacement (TKR), Partial (Unicompartmental) Knee Replacement and Revision Total Knee Replacement (RTKR).
What is Robotic Surgery?
Robotic surgery with computer guidance has been developed to increase the precision of bone preparation and implant positioning, ensuring the components are placed exactly where they should be for optimal function and longevity.
What is an ACL injury?
The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is one of the key stabilising ligaments in the knee. It connects the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone) and plays a crucial role in preventing the tibia from sliding forward under the femur.
What is a Meniscal Injury?
The menisci are two C-shaped pieces of cartilage located between the thigh bone (femur) and the shin bone (tibia).
What is the PFJ?
The patellofemoral joint (PFJ) is where the kneecap (patella) articulates with the groove at the end of the thigh bone (trochlea of the femur).
What is an Osteotomy?
An osteotomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting and reshaping a bone to change the way force is transmitted across a joint. In the knee, this is often used to treat osteoarthritis affecting only one side of the joint.
Cryotherapy & RE3 Knee Brace
"Cryotherapy" (or Icing) is the intentional reduction of temperature of an injury site. Consistent & repeated application of cryotherapy has been scientifically proven to promote healing, by reducing pain and swelling.