ARE YOU AFRAID OF KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY ??? MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY !!!!!!! The success rate of the surgery is very low. Fact: A knee replacement is an effective treatment for knees that worn out or diseased. People who undergo this surgery are able to perform their daily activities comfortably and without pain. Research also showed that knee replacement surgery has 95 % success rate in most patients. Myth 2: Bending of the knee or sitting on the floor is difficult even after the replacement surgery. Fact: Everyone has a misconception that it is difficult to bend the knee after the replacement, but it is not true. The fact is that it depends mainly on the quality of the surgery, the prosthesis used and post-operative rehabilitation. Many types of prosthesis allow the same range of movements as the normal joint. Myth 3: If the surgery fails or a problem arises with the implant after the surgery, there is no chance to repair it again. Fact: If the surgery fails, your doctor may perform a second surgery, called revision surgery after evaluating the reasons for the first surgery and considering your overall health. Myth 4: Knee replacement surgery does not last for more than 10 years. Fact: It is a myth, the fact is that knee replacement lasts for the lifetime. This is because of the improved quality of surgery and advanced techniques used during the surgery. Myth 5: After knee replacement, it takes months to recover. Fact: It depends on the quality of the surgery and postoperative care taken by the patient after the surgery. Most people can get back to their routine activities within a few weeks after the surgery. For any Knee replacement / Joint Replacement related queries Consult DR DEEPAK KOLI (Orthopedic and Joint replacement surgeon)