Proper knee function is the result of the harmonious working of the bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments working perfectly well together in the complex knee joint. If they do not, due to wear and tear, injury or degeneration, you may have to undergo surgery to remedy it. Athletes and people with an active lifestyle are more vulnerable to knee injuries.

Knee Surgery

If the damage to the knee’s musculoskeletal structure is severe and conservative treatments do not provide sufficient relief, surgery becomes the only option for relief. Knee surgery can restore healthy function and prevent further complications.

Here are the conditions in which knee surgery can be a good solution –

• Osteoarthritis

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Post-traumatic Arthritis

• Osteochondral Injury

• Microfracture

• ACL Tear

• Meniscus Tear

Outpatient Knee Surgery

Traditional, open knee surgeries involved highly invasive procedures, long hospitalization and recovery periods. Thanks to the ongoing advancements in surgery, pain management and technology, outpatient knee surgery is now a reality.

The outpatient knee surgery requires a shorter and a minimally invasive procedure. The required hospital stay is only a few hours and the recovery period is also shorter. There are minimal risks of pain or infection and you are allowed to recover in the comfort of your own home.

Outpatient knee surgery also costs lesser than open surgery since hospital stay charges are not there. Medicare may cover up to 80% of outpatient expenses.

Outpatient knee surgery may be recommended for the following patients –

• You are not over 65 years of age

• You haven’t had a heart attack within the past 4 to 6 months

• You are not suffering from chronic medical conditions, such as hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea, obesity, etc.

Outpatient knee surgery has made knee pain relief and mobility restoration easier with a safe and effective option. If you are suffering from a knee injury or knee pain that doesn’t go away, consult a good orthopedic doctor for an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of the root cause.

To set up a consultation with one of the best orthopedic surgeons in Phoenix, call Phoenix Shoulder and Knee clinic at 480-219-3342. Dr. Adam Farber is a Board certified, Fellowship trained and one of the top knee surgeons in Phoenix. He specializes in sports medicine. He has a particular interest in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder, elbow, ankle and knee. His focus is on shoulder, elbow, and knee injuries/conditions, including rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability, labral pathology, Tommy John surgery, articular cartilage injuries, meniscal pathology, and ACL tears.