How About A Partial Patellofemoral Joint Replacement?

An article title “Patellofemoral Arthroplasty in Arthritis Patients” was published in the most recent issue of Current Trends from the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Mayo Clinic. The authors presented their results of the minimally invasive, partial joint replacement surgery of the patellofemoral joint and they are excellent.  The Mayo Clinic is advocating patellofemoral arthroplasty for isolated arthritis of the patellofemoral joint (“knee-cap”).
I have recently submitted my ten year results of my patients who have undergone a “partial” joint replacement (arthroplasty) of the patellofemoral joint.   My results are fantastic and all of the patients are still satisfied 10 years later and none of them have had any additional surgery.  I will be presenting this paper at The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Meeting in Chicago March 2013.
Many surgeons will recommend a Total Knee Arthroplasty (replacement) to treat patients with arthritis of the knee.  This is an acceptable treatment but a full knee replacement does have increased complications, more post operative pain and requires a longer recovery time.  A PARTIAL Knee Arthroplasty utilizes a minimally invasive technique, usually a same-day discharge from the surgery center, significantly less post-operative discomfort, less complications and a quicker, more natural recovery.
At the Los Angeles Orthopaedic Institute we specialize in this minimally invasive technique and invite you to consult with us if you have significant knee pain and, especially, if another surgeon has recommended a Full Knee Replacement.  Hopefully, you will be able to undergo a partial replacement and enjoy a much easier recovery and enjoy your minimally invasive surgical experience!
Keep Moving!
Dr. Sisto