- female
- 70 Years
- 14/08/2025
My mom has had osteoporosis and arthritis for about ten years and now her doctor is recommending knee replacement because her knee joints are rubbing together. Given her osteoporosis, is knee replacement still a safe option? Also, how would the implant stay in place if her bones are weak from the porosis? She's otherwise healthy with no diabetes or other issues.
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I recommend starting with physiotherapy and painkillers to manage your condition. If there's no significant improvement after a reasonable period, we can then consider surgical options.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Orthopaedician
Answered 14/08/2025
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