Knee News
Satisfaction after Knee Replacement?
https://perthkneereplacement.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Satisfaction-Total-Knee-Replacement-Perth.pdfRobotic knee replacement enables accurate cuts / placement of your knee replacement however it is only a small factor when considering satisfaction after knee replacement.
Reduced Pain after Robotic Knee Replacement?
https://online.boneandjoint.org.uk/doi/pdf/10.1302/2633-1462.12.BJO-2019-0004.R1Pain management after total knee replacement is crucial to allow rapid recovery and optimal long term function. Good pre operative strength and conditioning can reduce length of stay and pain.
Robotic vs Conventional Total Knee Replacement
The benefits of Robotic vs Conventional (manual) Total Knee Replacement has been a controversial topic for the last few years. The technology is claimed to be more accurate for producing accurate total knee replacement.
Perth Patient Education Evening with Forte Physiotherapy
Join us at our complimentary patient information evening learning about knee pain / arthritis and the most effective treatments arthritis. The speakers are passionate about helping patients optimise their knee pain through diet and exercise programs.
Meniscus Surgery – Joondalup Orthopaedic Surgeon
Daniel consults regularly at the Sundew Day Hospital in Joondalup. He has a special interest in sports knee surgery and robotic knee replacement and also non operative treatment of both ACL injury and knee arthritis.
Robotic Total Knee Replacement vs Conventional – Perth
An intensely debated topic is comparing robotic total knee replacement compared to conventional total knee replacement.
Orthopaedic Surgeon Joondalup
Daniel offers a comprehensive Orthopaedic Specialist Service to patients in Joondalup. He consults at the Sundew Day Surgery in Joondalup and operates at Hollywood and Bethesda Private Hospitals.
How Much Does Knee Replacement Cost in Perth?
Healthcare costs are rising and understandably patients want better value from their private insurance. Costs of partial and total knee replacement costs are outlined here.
KNEE REHABILITATION APP
https://www.zimmerbiomet.com/anz/patients-and-caregivers/wearable-technology.htmlSmartphones are a powerful tool that are now being used both in the pre surgery setting and post surgery to better prepare you for knee replacement.
NEWEST TECHNOLOGY IN KNEE REPLACEMENT
Key advancements in modern knee replacement will be discussed in this article and fall into the following broad categories.
RECOVERY AFTER ROBOTIC KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY
To maximise your recovery after robotic knee replacement surgery, ‘prehab’ is very important. This involves increasing your strength and knee function before you undergo surgery.
Is EXERCISE & DIET before knee surgery helpful?
Dr Daniel Meyerkort is passionate about helping his patients to optimise their health before considering knee replacement surgery in Perth. Better outcomes and lower risks of surgery can be achieved by starting a diet and exercise program first. Why do exercise and...
ROBOTIC KNEE REPLACEMENT – MURDOCH PATIENT INFORMATION
Robot Assisted Knee Replacement (MAKO / ROSA Surgical Robots) Robotic knee replacement is a recent development in knee surgery and allows the surgeon to utilise accurate technology to perform your knee replacement surgery. The MAKO and ROSA surgical robots are...
ROBOTIC KNEE REPLACEMENT JOONDALUP
Robotic Knee Surgery - Specialist Knee Surgeon for Joondalup Patients Robotic knee replacement is an advanced technology to assist with your knee replacement surgery. It can be utilised to perform partial / unicompartmental knee replacement and total knee replacement....
ROBOTIC KNEE REPLACEMENT PERTH @ HOLLYWOOD PRIVATE HOSPITAL
Exciting news with Hollywood Private Hospital in Perth recently purchasing both the MAKO and ROSA knee replacement surgical robots. This is the first hospital in Perth to offer both surgical systems allowing surgeons to offer bespoke surgical options to our patients....
TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT VS. PARTIAL KNEE REPLACEMENT
In my practice, I see many patients come to the office asking if they can have a partial knee replacement due to wanting a smaller operation and quicker recovery. Here I will run through the pros and cons of a Total vs Partial knee replacement. The knee can be...
PAINFUL KNEE REPLACEMENT: KNEE REVISION SURGERY PERTH
Most patients are pleased with their function and pain relief post knee replacement however a small percentage experience ongoing pain. Associated symptoms include knee cap pain, stiffness, instability and swelling. Physical examination should exclude referred pain...
ARE 2 KNEES BETTER THAN 1? BILATERAL TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT: PERTH
Knee arthritis commonly presents bilaterally and many patients require replacement of both knees. A common question is whether this should be done in one surgery (bilateral knee replacement) vs two operations separated by a period of rehabilitation. Bilateral knee...
SPORT AFTER KNEE REPLACEMENT, PERTH
Is exercise and sport or rest better after knee surgery? A common question asked by patients is what sport/ activity can I continue after my knee replacement surgery? The short answer is that I would encourage you to stay fit and active as the benefits to your overall...
HOW LONG DOES KNEE REPLACEMENT LAST?
A common misconception is that knee replacements have a finite lifespan of 10 - 15 years, at which point they will all fail and require revision surgery. Failure in this timeframe is actually an uncommon scenario and most knee replacements are still working perfectly...