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Partial knee arthroplasty, also called unicompartmental knee arthroplasty or UKA, offers a personalized solution for knee pain, helping patients regain mobility while preserving healthy parts of the joint.

What Is Knee Replacement Surgery?

Knee replacement surgery, also called knee arthroplasty, involves replacing damaged parts of the knee joint with artificial components made of metal and plastic. This procedure can be total or partial, depending on how much of the joint is affected.

If only one part of the knee is damaged, that single part, or compartment, can be replaced. This partial knee replacement option is a less invasive approach that results in a faster recovery.^1-3

What Are the Reasons for Knee Replacement Surgery?

If only one part of the knee is damaged, that single part, or compartment, can be replaced. This partial knee replacement option The most common reason for knee replacement is osteoarthritis, which causes pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.⁴
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When conservative treatments like physical therapy, medications, or injections no longer provide relief, surgery may be recommended.

Who Is a Candidate for Partial Knee Replacement Surgery?

While total knee replacement surgery is more common, partial knee replacement surgery is a good option if arthritis is limited to one part of the knee, the knee has good range of motion and stable ligaments, symptoms interfere with daily activities, and nonsurgical treatments haven’t worked.¹

8%

of knee arthroplasty patients receive a partial knee⁵

up to 47%

of knee arthroplasty patients could receive a partial knee⁶

Treatment Options

Treatment for knee pain ranges from lifestyle changes and physical therapy to surgical procedures. Options include:

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Nonsurgical care

Exercise, weight management, medications⁴

Injections

Corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid⁷

Surgical Options

Partial knee replacement

Total knee replacement

Frequently Asked Questions

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