Outpatient Knee Replacement Surgery
Same-Day Knee Replacement Surgery In Richmond, VA
As a leading orthopedic surgeon in Richmond, VA, G2 Orthopedics and Sports Medicine’s Dr. Vic Goradia offers outpatient knee replacement surgery for patients affected by knee arthritis when nonsurgical and alternative treatments fail.
With an outpatient knee replacement program in Richmond, VA, patients may now have the option of same-day knee replacement. The entire knee replacement process at the hospital or surgery center is less than 8 hours, and patients can be safely discharged home on the same day as surgery without being admitted to a hospital.
Advantages of Outpatient Knee Replacement Surgery
Partial Knee Replacement
Total Knee Replacement
Outpatient Knee Replacement Recovery
After surgery, patients return to see their physical therapist within 3-5 days – the earlier the better. Exercises, such as fully straightening the knee, squeezing the muscle on the top of your thigh (quadriceps), and ankle pump exercises, will encourage proper recovery and help you regain strength in your knee.
The anesthesiologist will give you a nerve block prior to surgery to numb your leg, the effects of which will last another 12-24 hours after surgery to reduce discomfort. Afterwards, Tylenol or acetaminophen may be recommended for you to take 4 times a day to help with baseline pain control. Applying ice to the knee may also reduce pain and swelling. Other prescription medications such as anti-inflammatory medication or medication to combat severe pain may be prescribed depending on your specific needs.
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