Irving, TX, 2015/ Press Release: People suffering from advanced stage of Arthritis or other degenerative conditions of the knee can now find relief with total knee replacement surgery. The procedure involves replacing the damaged knee with prosthesis in order to relieve pain and improve the patient’s quality of life. The surgery may also be recommended if Arthritis is causing severe disability and cannot be treated with non-surgical treatment.

OrthoTexas, Irving, a leading group of orthopedic surgeons and physicians, specializes in performing total knee replacement surgery. The knee surgeons have extensive experience in treating various deformities of the knee and helping the patients lead a pain free life again. With OrthoTexas, Irving, you can rest assured of receiving quality health care services.

According to the knee surgeons at OrthoTexas, Irving, total knee replacement surgery may be recommended for patients with the following symptoms:

Severe knee pain
Stiffness and loss of motion
Chronic inflammation and swelling
Difficulty performing daily chores such as walking, sitting, climbing stairs etc.
Knock knees due to Arthritis
Inherited knee deformity
Failure to eliminate symptoms with conservative treatment options

During a total knee replacement, the surgeon may remove the damaged tendons and cartilages from the edges of the femur and tibia. Following this, a prosthetic may be inserted to restore the normal alignment of the knee. In some cases, the knee surgeon may also relocate the patella in line with the shape of the artificial knee. A spacer may be implanted to allow for the smooth bending and forward/ backward movement of the knee.

To schedule an appointment with the knee surgeons at OrthoTexas, Irving, you can call at (972) 215 – 7700 or visit the clinic at 2001 North MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 255, Irving, Texas 75061. You can also visit their website www.kneepainirving.com to know more.