Knee Replacement Frisco TX: Get Help For Knee Pain No Matter Your Age

Like hip replacement, knee replacement in Frisco TX is often associated with people in their 70s and 80s who’ve worn out their joints through decades of repetitive use.  In reality, people in their 60s, 50s and 40s, who in the past would have received more conservative treatments like steroid injections or painkillers, are now getting total knee replacements.  Osteoarthritis is still the most common reason for patients to have knee replacement in Frisco TX; but they may also suffer injuries to the knee that can cause severe pain and limit their range of motion.  These kinds of injuries can happen at any age.

If you’re experiencing knee pain, especially when it affects every aspect of your life, talk to your doctor about knee replacement.  For many people, conservative treatments don’t work and their quality of life suffers as a result.  Knees can become so swollen and painful that not only walking but sleeping is difficult.  And while some arthritis pain is to be expected as you age, there’s no rule that says you have to grin and bear it if there’s more than a little.  Even if you’re in your 40s or 50s, an orthopedic surgeon can help.  In fact, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, more and more younger people are seeking the surgical option for knee pain.

There are a couple of reasons for this trend.  The first is that baby boomers are far more used to doing it all than their parents’ generation.  Baby boomers exercise and work well past retirement age so when their bodies break down, it’s difficult for them to accept limited mobility and chronic pain keeping them from doing what they want to do.  In addition, the materials and techniques for replacing joints have improved substantially in the past couple of decades.  The combination of the desire to continue being active and new materials means that even patients who return to high-impact activities like running and tennis have great results.

No matter what your age, you don’t have to live with significant pain.  At Texas Orthopedic Partners, we will evaluate not only your joint problems but also your overall health to see if you’re a good candidate for knee replacement in Frisco TX.  If you are, then your age won’t be a barrier to getting the help you need.  In fact, making sure you’re as active as possible will keep the rest of your body healthier as you age

Knee Replacement Frisco TX
Texas Orthopedic Partners
4401 Coit Rd, Suite 203
Frisco, Texas 75035
(469) 293-4000