Michael Messieh, Orthopedic Surgeon
Offices in The Villages, Clermont and Celebration Florida
352-243-6899
Are You Living With Knee Pain? Don't let knee pain stop you
Visit our Blog page to answer questions about knee replacement surgery
Where is the incision made for knee replacement surgery?
The new knee implant can be inserted several ways. The incision may be made in the middle of the knee, the most common way or on either side of the kneecap. The advantage of making an incision on the side of the knee is that the muscles are not cut. However, the incision on the outer side of the knee has some disadvantages; certain knee implants cannot be easily used; the knee may be feel unstable. ie slips out when you walk and seeing the entire knee is more difficult. Choosing which side to make the incision is a conversation to have with your surgeon.
The side approach to total knee replacement
Dr. Michael Messieh offers a minimally invasive, muscle sparing approach to knee replacement surgery. The muscles over the knee are not cut but rather lifted up out of the way. This side approach may result in significantly faster recovery and more strength and mobility in the new knee. Dr. Messieh has performed lateral side, medial side and quad sparing knee replacements. Make an appointment to discuss your options
individual results may vary for all procedures shown
Offices in The Villages, Clermont and Celebration Florida
352-243-6899
Are You Living With Knee Pain? Don't let knee pain stop you
Visit our Blog page to answer questions about knee replacement surgery
Where is the incision made for knee replacement surgery?
The new knee implant can be inserted several ways. The incision may be made in the middle of the knee, the most common way or on either side of the kneecap. The advantage of making an incision on the side of the knee is that the muscles are not cut. However, the incision on the outer side of the knee has some disadvantages; certain knee implants cannot be easily used; the knee may be feel unstable. ie slips out when you walk and seeing the entire knee is more difficult. Choosing which side to make the incision is a conversation to have with your surgeon.
The side approach to total knee replacement
Dr. Michael Messieh offers a minimally invasive, muscle sparing approach to knee replacement surgery. The muscles over the knee are not cut but rather lifted up out of the way. This side approach may result in significantly faster recovery and more strength and mobility in the new knee. Dr. Messieh has performed lateral side, medial side and quad sparing knee replacements. Make an appointment to discuss your options
individual results may vary for all procedures shown