• For Patients & Their Families
• Knee Anatomy
• Knee Arthritis
• Available Treatment Options
• Minimally invasive uni-compartmental knee replacement
• OXINIUM technology
• Description of the Procedure
• Post-operative protocol
• In-home Exercises
• Returning Home
• Frequently Asked Questions

Knee Arthritis

Arthritis in the knee joint occurs as a result of degeneration of the cartilage in the knee. Osteoarthritis is commonly referred to as "wear-and-tear" arthritis or degnerative arthritis, and may manifest itself as a stiff, painful joint that may occasionally "lock" or "five way" during walking. Due to osteoarthritis, the cartilage in the knee breaks down over time and the resul is a severely damaged join surface with bone rubbing on bone. This process may occur as a result of previous trauma to the joint, ligament instability or abnormal stresses to the joint.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory process that results in erosion of the articular cartilage and subsequent damage to the knee joint surface. UNI-compartmental knee replacement is not indicated in case of rheumatoid arthritis.

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