Knee joint replacement in the elderly

• Dr. Majid Ghorbanzadeh
• April 6, 1404

The right age for knee joint replacement in the elderly One of the common injuries that a significant percentage of people face with age is the injury or loss of the knee joint. The knee joint is one of the most sensitive and used joints in the body. It may be due to injury […]

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The right age for knee joint replacement in the elderly

One of the most common injuries that can be treated with age Knee joint is one of the most sensitive and most used joints in the body.

It is possible that as a result of injuries and problems that occur to this joint, the opinion of experts is to replace it and perform joint surgery.

Certain diseases such as arthritis occur due to various conditions, especially aging. 45 to 50 years old and men at the age of 55 to 60 years face the initial symptoms of arthritis.

In most cases, if the injury is very severe, according to experts, the only way to treat and solve the problem is surgery. href="https://www.drghorbanzadeh.com/%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%88%db%8c%d8%b6-%d9%85%d9%81%d8%b5%d9%84-%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%88-2/">Knee joint replacement is an action that reduces pain and restores strength in the elderly. and the range of motion of the joint helps.

After performing this surgery, the elderly can do their personal activities alone and with this treatment technique, they will notice a decrease in dependence on others.

The question is at what age and under what conditions can people perform knee joint surgery.

This treatment technique is only for the elderly unless people at a young age need this treatment technique due to various accidents or problems.

In fact Knee joint replacement and the use of artificial prostheses are used for middle-aged patients, and with this method, experts help people's physical health and easier mobility.

The remarkable thing about knee joint replacement with surgery is that doctors consider a certain age range for people, usually this procedure is not performed for younger people and those who are older than 70 years.

How to perform knee joint replacement surgery for the elderly

Many people experience different physical conditions as they age.

As people get older, physical injuries become more and more widespread, and of course, the concern of people for special treatment techniques such as surgery also increases.

Those who are facing knee joint injuries, if they are required to undergo surgery according to the doctor's opinion, there is a concern about whether the recovery after the operation will happen properly or what processes will be performed by the doctor during the surgery.

Also, we will tell you the steps of performing knee joint replacement surgery in order to get more information about this.

Anesthesia is the first step in performing knee joint replacement surgery, the doctor's opinion and diagnosis is important whether to perform the surgery under general anesthesia or local anesthesia.

After this stage, the doctor creates a small slit in the knee area to access the internal areas and bones of the joint area.

At this stage, specialists examine all the damaged areas and remove the damaged cartilage with special tools.

Before starting the surgery, specialists use special prostheses or implants, which are a suitable replacement for the damaged knee joint.

have metal and plastic components, which are connected to the femur and lower leg by a material called bone cement.

In this case, doctors may use the biological stabilization method, taking into account the patient's condition, and the connection between the bone and the artificial joint is also done with this technique.

At the end of the surgery, the specialists sew the gap created by the suture and the recovery period after the surgery begins from the same moment.

Is the result of the replacement operation Is the knee joint permanent in the elderly?

Some people face many questions and problems as they get older and after facing the destruction of the knee joint.

If the doctor considers replacing the knee joint and performing surgery as the appropriate solution in this case, the question arises as to whether this therapeutic technique has a permanent effect and people can carry out their daily activities without restrictions. This time is for patients who have undergone surgery and treatment under completely favorable conditions.

If you are looking for permanent and long-term results from knee joint replacement, it is important to consult top and experienced doctors at the beginning of treatment.

It is also important to do the necessary physical therapy before surgery to strengthen the muscles and with this technique, you will achieve good results from knee joint replacement surgery.

Top experts With experience, they use modern surgical techniques and according to their knowledge and skill, they will perform this surgery with great precision and delicacy.

The type of prosthesis and the company that manufactures it also play an important role in the durability and result of knee replacement surgery.

If you want to get the most durability from this treatment method after knee replacement, take the care of the recovery period seriously and perform measures such as physical therapy and stretching regularly.

Remember that the replacement joint does not have the resistance of the natural knee joint.

Even if you do this treatment technique, you should always protect the health of the prosthesis and do not put pressure on the knee when sitting, standing up and doing other activities. src="http://www.drghorbanzadeh.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/8461.jpg">Complications of knee joint replacement in the elderly

Increasing age creates a condition in the body that the tissue regeneration process progresses slowly even after surgery, and these people may face complications and problems with other treatment techniques.

After knee replacement surgery, experts warn the elderly about minor infections at the incision site.

For this reason, they recommend to prevent this complication by timely use of antibiotics and good hygiene.

Don't forget that if the level of infections increases and deep infections occur in the joint area, you may need to undergo surgery again to improve the situation.

One of the important complications of knee replacement is the presence of blood clots at the surgical site.

Usually this complication is dangerous for all age groups. But elderly people should be more cautious about this complication and be under the supervision of a doctor.

Among the other common complications of knee joint replacement surgery, damage to the vessels and nerves around the surgical site should be mentioned.

Dislocation and loosening of the prosthesis may worsen the patients' conditions and require a repeat operation to repair the joint.

Surgeon and specialist in bones and joints and spine (orthopedic), knee and hip surgery, arthroscopy, arthroplasty, member of the American Orthopedic Association with a specialized board and member of the Association of Orthopedic Surgeons

12 answers

1. Do prostheses last? It means that he may have to act again after a few years?

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   1. Hello, dear friend, yes, prostheses also have a useful life, but they usually last between 15 and 20 years or even more, especially if they are used correctly and you are not overweight or do heavy activities.

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2. I heard that after the operation, it takes a long time to recover. My dad can't bear the pain and staying at home

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   1. Hello dear friend, it is true that the recovery period takes some time, but nowadays, with the right physiotherapy, most patients can walk with a walker a day or two after the operation. The pain can be controlled with medicine and care.

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3. Thank you for your comprehensive and useful article! My father is 72 years old and the doctor suggested to replace the knee joint. But we still doubt that it is suitable for his age. Is this procedure more dangerous for the elderly? Thank you again for your great information.

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4. Thank you for your very useful and complete article. My mother is 68 years old and the doctor suggested that the knee joint should be replaced, but we are still a little worried if it is not dangerous for her age. If possible, explain whether the age above 65 may have risks for this surgery. Your article helped us a lot, thank you again.

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5. Thank you very much for your excellent and useful article. My father is 75 years old and the doctor said he should do joint replacement surgery. I wanted to know if there are more complications for their age or not. Your article was very clear. Thank you again.

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6. Your article was very comprehensive and informative. My mother is 70 years old and according to the doctor's opinion, she should have surgery. We are a little worried that old age will affect the healing process. Please provide more information if possible. Thank you for this very helpful article.

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7. Thank you for the useful and complete article you wrote. I have heard from various experiences that the elderly have less recovery after knee replacement. I wanted to know if this procedure is more risky for people over 70? Your article was very helpful, thank you again.

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8. It was very good that you mentioned the post-operative recovery period for the elderly. This part was very enlightening for me.

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9. Can elderly people with chronic diseases such as diabetes undergo knee replacement surgery?

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10. Is minimally invasive joint replacement surgery or traditional methods better for the elderly?

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