Knee Surgery - Walk Away From Pain
Knee pain is often caused by osteoarthritis, the result of
gradual, continuous wear on the joint. But it can also be
caused by torn ligaments or damaged cartilage due to sports or
work-related injuries. The orthopedic surgeons at BayCare
Clinic provide comprehensive, innovative services to repair damaged
knees and restore knee function.
We are known for innovation in knee surgery. We introduced
minimally invasive knee replacement and cartilage
restoration to Northeast Wisconsin.
Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement
Minimally invasive knee replacements come with many of the same
benefits as other minimally invasive surgeries: smaller
incisions, less blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and faster
recovery times. Most patients are candidates for minimally
invasive knee replacement.
High Flex Knee Replacement
Many patients live with knee pain for years, fearing that a knee
replacement will mean giving up the activities they love. Now
high flex knee replacements are available for younger, active
patients who need a greater range of motion. High flex knee
replacements are designed to accommodate 155 degrees of flex,
enough to garden and even kneel on the floor.
Partial Knee Replacement
Knee resurfacing is also known as a partial knee
replacement. In this minimally invasive procedure, your
orthopedic surgeon resurfaces (replaces) just one part of the knee
joint. Bone, cartilage, and ligaments in the healthy part of
the knee are preserved. With knee resurfacing, patients
experience less pain and recover faster. Because knee
resurfacing saves much of the original knee, patients experience
improved mobility and better natural motion versus total knee
replacement.
Custom Knee Implants
The field of knee surgery made a big leap when manufacturers
began developing knee implants designed for people of different
gender and size. Today, we've made even bigger strides with
the introduction of custom knee implants. Your knee
replacement implant can now be customized specifically for
you. This personalized approach improves implant fit,
provides a more natural feel, and provides a less invasive surgical
experience.
ACL Reconstruction
The ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, provides stability for
the knee. A torn ACL may require reconstructive surgery to
replace the original ligament with a graft. Surgery can help
restore stability and prevent secondary damage to cartilage in the
knee. ACL reconstruction surgery is an outpatient procedure
performed using minimally invasive, arthroscopic techniques.
Meniscus Repairs
A meniscus repair fixes torn cartilage in the knee. Some
tears are small and can be treated with nonsurgical methods.
If surgery is required, your doctor will repair the tear with a
minimally invasive arthroscopic procedure. The orthopedic
surgeons at BayCare Clinic are also pioneering meniscus transplants
as a treatment option for the most severe tears.
Knee Realignment
Occasionally, when a person has damage to the inside of the
knee joint, it can be caused by poor alignment of the leg.
Knee realignment procedures can help restore normal alignment to
the joint. This can prevent further damage to the cartilage,
hopefully avoiding the need in the future for a total joint
replacement, or at least delaying this for five to 10
years. This is often recommended when the injured patient is
young enough that a knee replacement would not provide sufficient
longevity over the patient's lifetime.
Excellent Care
You can trust BayCare Clinic for personalized care, backed by
the latest advancements in knee surgery. Our orthopedic
surgeons are board certified, and our orthopedic program is
designed to maximize positive patient results.
Consultations
Please call (877) 884-8796 to set up an appointment with
our office. No referral required.
Providers
Robert Limoni,
MD
Michael
Schnaubelt, MD
Harold J.
Schock, MD
Jon Henry, MD