Patient Success Stories: Knee Surgery and Recovery

Featured Patient Stories

Sarah Johnson - Total Knee Replacement

• Age: 62
• Condition: Severe osteoarthritis
• Procedure: Total knee arthroplasty
• Recovery time: 3 months to full mobility
• Outcome: Returned to gardening and daily 2-mile walks

Michael Chen - ACL Reconstruction

• Age: 28
• Condition: Complete ACL tear during basketball
• Procedure: Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction
• Recovery time: 6 months to return to sports
• Outcome: Successfully returned to recreational athletics

Patricia Rodriguez - Partial Knee Replacement

• Age: 55
• Condition: Unicompartmental knee osteoarthritis
• Procedure: Partial knee replacement
• Recovery time: 8 weeks
• Outcome: Pain-free movement, resumed all daily activities

Key Success Factors

1. Proper Pre-operative Preparation

   • Physical therapy before surgery
   • Weight management
   • Home modification planning

2. Adherence to Recovery Protocol

   • Following prescribed exercises
   • Attending all physical therapy sessions
   • Gradual return to activities

3. Long-term Maintenance

   • Regular exercise routine
   • Weight management
   • Follow-up appointments

Statistics

• 90% patient satisfaction rate
• 85% return to desired activity level
• Average 20-year implant longevity