b'PARTIAL KNEE REPLACEMENT What Is a Partial Knee Replacement? A knee replacement is where the bone and cartilage in the knee are resurfaced with metal and plastic components. Unlike a full/total knee replacement, during a partial knee replacement only the worn-out portion of the knee is resurfaced instead of the entire knee. Partial knee replacements are done through a smaller incision, resulting in less time in the hospital and a quicker return to normal activities than traditional full knee replacements.Advantages and Disadvantages of a Partial Knee Replacement: AdvantagesDisadvantages QuickerSlightly less recovery predictable pain Less painrelief after surgery Must have intact Less bloodACL lossNot for patients Fewerwith inflammatory complicationsarthritisMore naturalPotential need for feel more surgery* Example: Total knee replacement may be needed in the future if arthritis develops in the parts of the knee that have not been replaced . Monadnock Community Hospital Joint Replacement Program | UNI Tab 11'