Best Knee Replacement doctors in Turkey

Knee replacement surgery is a type that replaces the weight-bearing surfaces of the knee joint to relieve pain and impairment. According to a report in the year 2010 and 2014, Turkey performed 283,400 primary and 9900 revision knee arthroplasty surgeries. And there has been a constant increase in numbers since then as the ratio of surgeries done for men and women is 33 for 67, and it is done mainly in the age group between 60-65.

Below we have listed the best orthopedists in Turkey.

Steps you should follow before the surgery:

• You must be ready with the whole body examination report to ensure that you are in good health before undergoing the process like blood test, Diagnosis test, Allergy test, etc.
• You should inform your doctor If you have a history of bleeding disorders or using any anticoagulant (blood-thinning) drugs, aspirin, or other blood-clotting medications, as you need to stop using them before the procedure.
• You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect.
• You will be required to rest for eight hours before the surgery. 
•   Must give a sedative to help you relax before the treatment.
• Before surgery, visit a physical therapist to explore rehabilitation options.

Steps to be done after the procedure:

•  Exercise your foot and ankle, as it will help to avoid swelling and blood clotting by increasing blood flow on leg muscles. 
• For further protection against swelling and clotting, blood thinners will be given and asked to wear a support hose or compression boots.
• You are required to perform regular breathing exercises and try to increase your activity rate.
•  A physical therapist is required to show you how to exercise your new knee.
• Per instructions, exercise regularly, and strictly follow the diet for better recovery.