When to consider knee replacement

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.(WOOD) - As we age, we know we're going to start feeling some aches and pains.  One of the most common areas to have arthritis is our knees.  Hundreds of thousands of knee replacement surgeries are performed every year, but it  may not be the right option for you.  Doctor Susan Day from the Spectrum Health Medical Group shares some tips to consider for your health.  You can also attend Dr. Day's free presentation, Alternatives to Total Knee Replacement, on Monday, September 24 at 7 p.m. at the Prince Conference Center, Calvin College. Register at spectrumhealth.org/ communityseminars or call 616.267.2626 and select option 4.

Living Well:
When to Consider Knee Replacement
-Average patients are older than age 50
-Average patients are a healthy weight and in overall good health
-After non-operative approaches patient still experiences problems
-Patients have a condition that's causing deterioration
Benefits of Partial Knee Replacement
-Less pain and discomfort
-Less scaring
-Shorter recovery times
-Better range of motion & greater
-Joint stability
-More natural feeling knee
Alternatives to Total Knee Replacement
Spectrum Health Medical Group
September 24, 7 p.m.
Prince Conference Center
Calvin College
Register: 616-267-2626, option 4
www.spectrumhealth.org/community/seminars
Dr. Susan Day
Spectrum Health Medical Group
4100 Lake Drive SE Suite 305
Grand Rapids
616-267-8860
www.shmg.org