Post-traumatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that develops after a knee injury. Such injuries can alter the alignment of the knee and disrupt the normal movement of the joint, leading to cartilage wear and, eventually, arthritis. Post-traumatic arthritis can cause knee pain, swelling, and stiffness, affecting a person’s ability to perform daily activities and maintain an active lifestyle.
Post-traumatic arthritis results from physical damage caused by injuries to the knee joint. These injuries may include fractures of the joint surfaces, ligament tears (such as the anterior cruciate ligament or posterior cruciate ligament), or meniscal injuries. Such trauma can disrupt the normal distribution of weight across the knee joint, leading to uneven cartilage wear and, over time, the development of arthritis.
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The treatment of post-traumatic arthritis aims to relieve pain and restore function. Initial treatments may include physiotherapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and injections. When these conservative measures no longer provide relief and arthritis significantly affects quality of life, knee replacement surgery may become an option.
At the Hanche Genou Clinic, Drs. Yves Laflamme and Hai Nguyen specialize in knee replacement for patients suffering from post-traumatic arthritis. This procedure involves removing the damaged parts of the knee and replacing them with an artificial joint. The new joint is designed to replicate the natural movement of the knee, helping to relieve pain and restore mobility. For many patients, knee replacement offers the opportunity to return to their pre-injury activity level and enjoy a significantly improved quality of life.
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