Indications: It is performed to address severe arthritis, joint degeneration, or injury causing pain and restricted mobility in the knee. High-flex implants are designed to allow for a greater range of knee motion.
Increased Range of Motion: High Flex implants are designed to allow for a greater range of motion, particularly in activities that require deep knee bending.
Enhanced Flexibility: The primary benefit is improved flexibility, allowing patients to perform activities like kneeling, squatting, and sitting more comfortably.
Candidates: Individuals with severe knee pain and limited mobility due to arthritis or joint degeneration who desire increased flexibility may be candidates for High Flex Knee Replacement.
Surgical Process: The damaged knee joint is removed, and the artificial implant with high flex capabilities is securely placed, allowing for improved bending and flexion.
Postoperative Care: Recovery includes physical therapy to regain strength and mobility. Patients are usually encouraged to engage in specific exercises to optimize the benefits of the high-flex implant.
Possible Risks: While generally safe, there are potential risks such as infection, blood clots, or implant issues. The surgeon will discuss these risks during preoperative consultations.
Recovery Time: The recovery period varies, but patients typically start walking with assistance shortly after surgery and progressively regain strength and mobility over weeks to months.
