Total Knee Replacement

🦿 Total Knee Replacement Surgery in Visakhapatnam by Dr. Chandu Vamsi Krishna

Total knee replacement (TKR) is a life-changing orthopedic procedure that helps restore mobility, reduce chronic knee pain, and improve the quality of life for patients suffering from advanced arthritis or joint degeneration. At Chandu Super Speciality Clinic in Gopalapatnam, Visakhapatnam, Dr. Chandu Vamsi Krishna specializes in minimally invasive total and revision knee replacement surgeries with a patient-centric approach that blends modern technology with surgical precision.

✅ Who Needs Knee Replacement?

Knee replacement is recommended when:

• Knee pain persists despite medications, physiotherapy, or injections.

• Daily activities like walking, climbing stairs, or even getting out of a chair are painful.

• The knee becomes stiff, deformed, or swollen regularly.

• X-rays show advanced osteoarthritis, bone-on-bone contact, or loss of cartilage.

• Other treatments such as PRP or stem cell therapy have failed.

Patients typically include those with:

• Osteoarthritis (age-related degeneration)

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Post-traumatic arthritis

• Previous failed knee surgeries

• Deformities or bowed knees

🏥 Why Choose Dr. Vamsi Krishna in Vizag?

Dr. Chandu Vamsi Krishna holds an MS in Orthopedics from Dr. Pinnamaneni Siddhartha Medical College and completed an Advanced Knee Surgery Fellowship in South Korea. With over 10 years of experience and 6 years specializing in joint replacement, he has helped hundreds of patients in and around Visakhapatnam, including Gopalapatnam, NAD, Health City, and Maddilapalem.

He uses cutting-edge techniques and implants tailored to patient needs — ensuring faster recovery, reduced hospital stays, and minimal pain.

🔍 Types of Knee Replacements Offered:

1. Total Knee Replacement (Primary TKR)

   • Replacement of worn-out joint surfaces with artificial implants.

   • Performed when both knee compartments are damaged.

2. Partial Knee Replacement

   • Only the damaged part of the knee is replaced.

   • Suitable for early-stage arthritis in one compartment.

3. Revision Knee Replacement

   • Done when a previous TKR has failed due to loosening, infection, or wear.

   • More complex, requiring high surgical expertise.

⚙️ How Is the Procedure Done?

• The procedure takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.

• Minimally invasive techniques reduce tissue damage.

• Damaged bone and cartilage are removed.

• High-quality implants (metal and medical-grade plastic) are fixed.

• Advanced alignment tools ensure perfect positioning.

• Local and spinal anesthesia options are available.

🩺 What to Expect Before Surgery

Before your procedure, Dr. Vamsi Krishna will:

• Review your medical history and current symptoms

• Request X-rays, MRI, and blood tests

• Plan the surgery using templating and sizing

• Educate you on the procedure, risks, and recovery

• Optimize your condition with physiotherapy or medication if needed

🛌 Recovery Timeline

1. Hospital Stay: 3–5 days

2. Physiotherapy: Starts 24–48 hours after surgery

3. Walking: Most patients begin walking with a walker by Day 2

4. Stitches Removal: After 2–3 weeks

5. Return to Work: 4–6 weeks for desk jobs; 2–3 months for active work

6. Full Recovery: 3–6 months depending on individual strength and rehab

Pain is well managed with medication, cold packs, and exercise. The clinic offers post-op guidance for home-based rehab or physiotherapy referrals.

🌟 Benefits of Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement

• Smaller incisions (less than 4 inches)

• Less pain and bleeding

• Reduced hospital stay

• Faster return to walking and routine activities

• Lower risk of infection

• Better cosmetic outcome (smaller scar)

🧠 FAQs About Knee Replacement

Q: Is total knee replacement painful?
A: Modern techniques ensure very low pain levels. Pain management is personalized using medications and nerve blocks.

Q: Will I need surgery on both knees?
A: If both knees are severely affected, a staged or bilateral procedure may be discussed.

Q: What is the lifespan of a knee implant?
A: On average, implants last 15–20 years. Newer materials and proper post-op care may extend this even further.

Q: Are there any alternatives?
A: Yes, alternatives include PRP injections, stem cell therapy, or arthroscopy for early-stage arthritis.

📍 Serving Patients Across Visakhapatnam

Dr. Vamsi Krishna consults at Chandu Super Speciality Clinic, located in Gopalapatnam. The clinic is easily accessible from:

• NAD Junction

• Simhachalam

• Health City

• Arilova

• Madhurawada

• MVP Colony

• Anakapalle

📞 Ready to Walk Pain-Free?

Book a consultation with Dr. Vamsi Krishna and discover how advanced total knee replacement in Vizag can help you live without joint pain. Whether you are exploring your first procedure or seeking revision surgery, you’re in experienced hands.