Total Knee Replacement
What is Total Knee Replacement? Total knee replacement, also called total knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which the worn out or damaged surfaces of the knee joint are removed and replaced with an artificial prosthesis. Knee Arthritis The knee is made up of the femur (thighbone), tibia (shinbone) and patella (kneecap). The two …
Distal Femoral Osteotomy
What is Distal Femoral Osteotomy? An osteotomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting of bone. The distal femur is part of the femur (thighbone) just above the knee joint. Distal femoral osteotomy is performed to correct knee alignment which can lead to excessive loading and degeneration of one side of the knee joint. The …
Robotic Unicondylar Knee Replacement
Specialist in Robotic Unicondylar Knee Replacement in Palm Beach Gardens & Wellington Osteoarthritis causes knee pain and disability. The condition needs to be treated by replacing part of the knee joint with a prosthetic implant to relieve pain and improve the function of the knee joint. Chadwick B. Hampton, M.D. provides diagnosis and minimally invasive …
ROSA Robotic Total Knee Replacement
What is the ROSA® Knee System? ROSA® Knee System is a robotic surgical assistant developed by Zimmer Biomet that enables surgeons to carry out knee replacement procedures with greater precision and a higher standard of care during knee replacement surgery. The ROSA robotic system utilizes real-time information and assists surgeons with precise placement of the …
Knee Fracture Surgery
What is Knee Fracture Surgery? A knee fracture is a broken bone or a crack in or around the joint of the knee. This can involve the tibia (shin bone), the kneecap (patella), or femur (thighbone) where they connect with the knee. Knee fracture surgery is a surgical procedure performed to correct the cracked or …
Visionaire Knee Replacement
What is Knee Replacement Surgery? Knee replacement surgery involves the use of artificial implants to replace damaged bones and cartilage in the knee joint. The aim of surgery is to relieve pain and restore knee function. If a knee implant is not well-aligned or does not match your anatomy, it may be associated with complications …
Minimally Invasive Knee Joint Replacement
Total knee replacement is a very successful surgical treatment for knee arthritis. Over the years, minimally invasive knee replacement surgical techniques have been developed to lessen tissue trauma and improve patient outcomes. This minimally invasive approach involves much smaller incisions than the usual 10-12 inch incisions used in the traditional knee replacement and spares the …
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Mosaicplasty
What is Mosaicplasty? Weight-bearing joints, such as the knee, may develop defects in the articular cartilage (spongy tissue that lines and cushions joints during movement) due to stress, trauma or degenerative disease. This can lead to pain, swelling or locking at the joint. Mosaicplasty is a surgical technique to repair the defect by transplanting healthy …
Outpatient Unicondylar Knee Replacement
What is Outpatient Unicondylar Knee Replacement? A unicondylar knee replacement, also known as unicompartmental or partial knee replacement, is a procedure to replace a portion of the damaged knee joint with a prosthetic implant to relieve pain and improve function of the knee joint. Traditionally performed as an inpatient procedure, advances in technology have allowed …
Partial Knee Resurfacing
Knee Resurfacing Surgeon in Palm Beach Gardens & Wellington Partial knee resurfacing is a surgical procedure which involves resurfacing and replacement of only the diseased surface or repairing only the damaged part of the knee instead of the entire joint. Chadwick B. Hampton, M.D. provides diagnosis and individualized non-operative and operative treatment plans in Palm …
Patient Specific Knee Replacement
What is Patient Specific Knee Replacement Patient Specific Knee Replacement is a newer technology in total knee replacement surgery. It is an advanced procedure using an individualized patient-specific knee implant for replacement of all three components of the knee. The difference with patient specific knee replacement from other knee replacement surgeries is the use of …
Knee Replacement with OrthAlign Technology
What is OrthAlign Technology? OrthAlign® uses a technology that simplifies and enhances the precision in implant alignment, significantly improving procedure outcomes. How is OrthAlign Technology used for Knee Replacement Surgery? The knee joint consists of three bones: the femur (thighbone), the tibia (shinbone) and the patella (kneecap). The articular surfaces of the bones are covered …
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Knee Cartilage Restoration
What is Knee Cartilage Restoration? Knee cartilage restoration is a surgical technique to repair damaged articular cartilage in the knee joint by stimulating new growth of cartilage or by transplanting cartilage into areas with defects in order to relieve pain and restore normal function to the knee. Articular cartilage damage can occur from normal wear …
Multiligament Reconstruction of the Knee
Multiligament Knee Reconstruction Surgeon in Palm Beach Gardens & Wellington People who have high-energy knee injuries where multiple knee ligaments are torn can be benefitted from multiligament reconstruction surgery, which involves repairing or replacing two or more damaged ligaments of the knee. Chadwick B. Hampton, M.D. provides diagnosis and minimally-invasive multiligament reconstruction of the knee …
Unicondylar knee Replacement
Unicondylar Knee Replacement Surgeon in Palm Beach Gardens & Wellington Unicondylar knee replacement is a minimally invasive surgery in which only the damaged compartment of the knee is replaced with an implant. Chadwick B. Hampton, M.D. provides diagnosis and individualized non-operative and operative treatment plans in Palm Beach Gardens & Wellington. Chadwick B. Hampton, M.D. also …
Computer Navigation for Total Knee Replacement
What is Total Knee Replacement? A total knee replacement surgery involves replacing the damaged surfaces of the articulating bones with artificial implants. Most of these implants wear with use. Thus, the need for revision surgery is high if you are young and active, and if the implant must last your lifetime. Precise alignment can help …
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PCL Reconstruction
PCL Reconstruction Specialist in Palm Beach Gardens & Wellington The PCL is usually injured by a direct impact during an automobile accident or falls to the ground on a bent knee and due to twisting injury or overextension of the knee. Chadwick B. Hampton, M.D. provides diagnosis and minimally?invasive PCL reconstruction surgery in Palm Beach …
Tricompartmental Knee Replacement
Anatomy of the Knee The knee is made up of the femur (thighbone), the tibia (shinbone), and patella (kneecap). The meniscus, the soft cartilage between the femur and tibia, serves as a cushion and helps absorb shock during motion. The knee can be divided into three compartments: Patellofemoral: compartment behind the kneecap Medial: compartment on …
Signature Knees
Knee Anatomy The knee joint, made up of the ends of the femur (thighbone) and tibia (shinbone) is cushioned by a spongy tissue called cartilage. Damage and wear and tear of the cartilage cause painful rubbing of the joint bones, leading to disability. This condition can be successfully treated with knee replacement surgery, which involves …
Cartilage Replacement
What is the Articular Cartilage? Articular or hyaline cartilage is the tissue that covers bone surface of the knee which helps in smooth interaction between the two bones in the knee joint. It has less capacity to repair by itself because there is no direct blood supply to cartilage. What is Cartilage Replacement? Cartilage replacement …
Partial Meniscectomy
Anatomy of the Meniscus Two wedge-shaped cartilage pieces are present between the thighbone and the shinbone. These are called menisci. They stabilize the knee joint and act as shock absorbers. What is Partial Meniscectomy? Partial meniscectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the torn portion of the meniscus from the knee joint. What are Meniscal …
Partial Lateral Knee Replacement
What is Partial Lateral Knee Replacement? Partial lateral knee replacement is a surgery to replace only the lateral part of your damaged knee. It is also called unicompartmental knee replacement. The knee is one of the largest and complex joints in your body. The joint is connected to your thigh bones and bones of the …
Partial Medial Knee Replacement
What is Partial Medial Knee Replacement? Partial medial knee replacement is a surgery to replace only the medial part of your damaged knee. It is also called unicompartmental knee replacement. The knee is one of the largest and complex joints in your body. The joint is connected to your thigh bones and bones of the lower …
Unicompartmental or Partial Knee Replacement
Unicompartmental/Partial Knee Replacement Surgeon in Palm Beach Gardens & Wellington Older people with osteoarthritis that is confined to a single compartment of the knee are candidates for unicompartmental knee replacement, in which only the damaged compartment of the knee is replaced with an implant. Chadwick B. Hampton, M.D. provides diagnosis and minimally invasive unicompartmental knee …
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Custom Knee Replacement
What is Custom Knee Replacement? Custom Knee Replacement is an advanced surgical procedure in which the damaged knee joint is replaced by a customized implant, specifically designed to match the unique size and shape of each patient’s knee. Because off-the-shelf implants aren’t designed to your specific anatomy, surgeons often have to compromise on implant fit, …
Revision Knee Replacement
What is Arthritis? The knee joints are lined by soft articular cartilage that cushion the joints and aid in smooth movement of the joint bones. Degeneration of the cartilage due to wear and tear leads to arthritis, which is characterized by severe pain. What is Revision Knee Replacement? Revision knee replacement surgery involves replacing a …
MCL Tears
What is the MCL? The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is the ligament located on the inner part of the knee joint. It runs from the femur (thighbone) to the top of the tibia (shinbone) and helps in stabilizing the knee. Causes of MCL Tears An MCL injury can result in a stretch, partial tear or …
Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement
What is Arthritis? The knee is made up of the femur (thighbone), the tibia (shinbone) and patella (kneecap). The two menisci, the soft cartilage between the femur and tibia, serve as a cushion and helps absorb shock during motion. Arthritis (inflammation of the joints), injury or other diseases of the joint can damage this protective …
Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology for Partial Knee Replacement
We understand that making sure you know what to expect from your joint replacement experience is important to you. As you are reading through this material, if you have additional questions please reach out to us to discuss. Each patient is unique, and can experience joint pain for different reasons. It’s important to talk to …
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Mako Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement
We understand that making sure you know what to expect from your joint replacement experience is important to you. As you are reading through this material, if you have additional questions please reach out to us to discuss. Each patient is unique, and can experience joint pain for different reasons. It’s important to talk to …
NAVIO
What is Smith & Nephew Navio Robotic TKR? Navio robotic TKR is a new surgical technique developed by Smith & Nephew which uses robotics to perform total knee replacement through a small incision. With Navio robotic technology, implant sizing and proper positioning of the implant is performed by your surgeon without a pre-operative CT scan …
Robotic-Assisted Partial Knee Replacement
What is Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Surgery? Robotic assisted partial knee surgery is an innovative alternative to the conventional surgical procedure to treat degenerative knee diseases such as osteoarthritis. It is performed using robotic arm technology that allows your surgeon to precisely perform the surgery through small incisions. Indications for Robotic Assisted Partial Knee Surgery …
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Outpatient Knee Replacement
What is Outpatient Total Knee Replacement? Total knee replacement is the surgical treatment for knee arthritis, where the damaged knee is removed and replaced with an artificial knee implant. Traditionally performed as an inpatient procedure, total knee replacement surgery is now being conducted on an outpatient basis, allowing you to go home on the same …
Patellofemoral Knee Replacement
Compartments of the Knee The knee can be divided into three compartments: patellofemoral, the compartment in front of the knee between the kneecap and thighbone, the medial compartment, on the inside portion of the knee, and lateral compartment which is the area on the outside portion of the knee joint. What is Patellofemoral Knee Replacement? …
Patellar Tendon Repair
Patellar Tendon Repair Surgeon in Palm Beach Gardens & Wellington Patellar tendon repair is the surgery performed to reattach the torn tendon to the kneecap and to restore normal function in the affected leg. Patellar tendon surgeon, Chadwick B. Hampton, M.D., provides diagnosis and individualized non-operative and operative treatment plans in Palm Beach Gardens & …
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Anatomy The knee joint is one of the most complex joints of the body. The lower end of the thighbone (femur) meets the upper end of the shinbone (tibia) at the knee joint. A small bone called the patella (kneecap) rests on a groove on the front of the femoral end. Another bone of …
Meniscal Surgery
Meniscal Surgeon in Palm Beach Gardens & Wellington Athletes, especially those involved in contact sports, are at risk of meniscus tears due to trauma (sudden bend or twist in the knee). Degenerative meniscal tears are common in the elderly due to age factor. Meniscal surgeon, Chadwick B. Hampton, M.D., provides diagnosis and individualized non-operative and …