Knee replacement in China

When the knee calls for replacement

The knee is a complex joint, and when its cartilage wears down, every step and staircase turns into pain. Knee replacement is considered when pain and stiffness become constant, limit movement, and conservative treatment has stopped helping.

The most common cause is gonarthrosis (knee arthritis). But, as with other joints, the decision to operate is made not “by age” but by how damaged the joint is and how much the pain interferes with life.

Is the whole joint always replaced

Not always. If only part of the joint is worn, a partial (unicompartmental) replacement is possible — only the affected compartment is replaced, preserving the rest. Whether this option fits is determined by the surgeon from the scans. It is part of a broader approach — joint replacement.

How surgery at FFCH differs

In the knee, the outcome depends especially on precision and balance. At FFCH the following are used for this:

• Robotic navigation — TiRobot helps place the components precisely and balance the joint
• Patient-specific implants — 3D printing to the patient's anatomy in complex and repeat cases

Recovery

For the knee, early mobilization and exercises matter especially — they directly affect the final range of motion. Timelines depend on the surgery and condition and are determined by the doctor. After the surgical stage at FFCH there is recovery using traditional Chinese medicine.

Why FFCH

Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital is a top-category hospital Grade III Class A, where robotic orthopedics, 3D printing and rehabilitation work under a single board. For an international patient — interpreters, help with the visa, and documents for your doctor at home.