About Dr. Daria Singh

The knee joint comprises three bones namely the femur, tibia, and patella. The bones are covered with a smooth layer called cartilage that helps them move easily without rubbing together. A healthy knee joint is supported by ligaments that hold the bones together and keep your knee stable. There are also small cushions called menisci that help absorb shocks and keep your knee steady.

However, if you have a knee with Osteoarthritis, there are changes in the normal structure of your knee. The cartilage, which helps your knee move smoothly, starts to wear away. The inside of your knee can become inflamed, and the ligaments may not hold the knee as tightly as they should. With less cartilage, the space between the bones gets smaller, leading to bones rubbing together, which may cause pain and stiffness, making it hard to move. If your condition progresses to an advanced stage, you might have to undergo a primary total knee replacement procedure as per the diagnosis made by your doctor. During a knee replacement surgery, also known as total knee arthroplasty, the damaged portions of the knee joint are replaced with artificial implants.

Overall, a primary total knee replacement surgery (TKR) is an effective treatment option for individuals with severe knee pain and disability caused by osteoarthritis. It may significantly improve quality of life and allow patients to regain function and mobility, enabling them to lead a more active lifestyle.

Awards

• 20+ years of experience in Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeries
• PG Teacher for DNB (Orthopaedic Surgery)
• Developed a technique for achieving accuracy and precision in joint replacement surgery – True Align Technique
• Initiated One Day TKR (Total Knee Replacement) Program
• Involved in various clinical trials

Special Interests

• Knee Replacement – Partial, Total, Revision (Single and Two-Staged)
• Hip Replacement – Partial, Total, Revision (Single and Two-Staged)
• Shoulder Replacement – Partial, Total, Reverse
• Total Ankle Replacement
• Total Elbow Replacement
• Radial Head Replacement
• Deformity Correction Surgeries
• Arthroscopic Surgeries
• Trauma & Fracture Surgeries

Post-operative care: What to keep in mind

It is important to note that the success of primary total knee replacement depends upon multiple factors such as case selection, surgical technique, expertise of surgeon, choice of implant, pre-operative preparation, post-operative rehabilitation, pain management, and patient adherence, etc. A knee replacement surgery also carries risks typical of any surgical procedure, including infection and blood clots. While surgeons and their teams try to take care of most of the mentioned factors, it is crucial for patients to understand their role following a surgery to avoid its failure or revision surgery.

Post-operative rehabilitation and patient adherence to clinical guidelines are crucial for the success of total knee replacement (TKR) surgery. Hence, the following things need to be considered post a total knee replacement surgery.