Revision Knee Replacement

Revision Knee Replacement - Knee Surgeon in Hobart

A knee replacement can fail over time, becoming painful, swollen, stiff or unstable.

What revision surgery addresses

A knee replacement can fail over time, becoming painful, swollen, stiff or unstable. Common reasons include loosening and wear, infection, instability, stiffness or fracture.
Revision knee replacement addresses these issues, replacing or adjusting the components of a previous knee replacement to restore comfort and function.
RECOVERY

After your operation

Recovery from revision surgery follows similar principles to primary joint replacement, though timelines can vary depending on the complexity of your procedure. Mr Sadiq will see you at the following milestones:
Rooms review
2–3 weeks after surgery
Follow-up
6 weeks after surgery
Ongoing review
Every 12 months

See our Recovery page for guidance on preparing your home and what to expect after discharge, or call us on (03) 6234 7511 if something doesn’t feel right.

Frequently asked questions for patients

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