A New Hope for Knee Osteoarthritis
Orthopedic surgeons at Kamakshi Memorial Hospitals are prioritizing knee-preservation techniques over immediate replacement surgery for patients with mild to moderate osteoarthritis. The team is utilizing innovative stem cell therapy to help patients maintain joint function.
Why it matters
Advancements in regenerative medicine offer potential alternatives to invasive surgeries, significantly improving quality of life for aging populations.
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common cause of pain, stiffness, reduced mobility and loss of function. While conventional treatments such as medication, physiotherapy, lifestyle modification and injections can provide relief, many patients with mild to moderate knee OA continue to face progressive joint damage.
For advanced osteoarthritis, knee replacement remains an established and effective treatment. However, for patients with mild to moderate disease, the priority can be to preserve the natural knee and delay or avoid surgery wherever clinically appropriate.
Dr.Deepak Kumar K S MBBS, MS(Orthopedics), MCH(Ortho) Chief Consultant - Orthopedic surgeon Knee Replacement and Mako Stryker Expert
At Kamakshi Memorial Hospitals , Dr. Deepak Kumar KS, Orthopedic Surgeon, Knee Replacement and Mako Stryker Expert , follows a knee-preservation-first approach. He evaluates every patient carefully and explores appropriate treatment options aimed at preserving the natural knee before considering replacement surgery.
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