- Dr. Jennings specializes in partial (unicompartmental) knee replacement surgery.
- This is where only part of the knee is replaced during surgery.
- Dr. Jennings uses a robot for his partial knee replacement procedures.
- If you are a candidate for a partial knee replacement you can expect
- Same day surgery
- A minimally invasive procedure that will preserve all of your ligaments
- In general, compared to a total knee replacement a partial knee replacement
- Offers a quicker recover
- Feels more like a natural knee
- Dr. Jennings and his team attempt to minimize narcotic (opioid) medications after partial knee replacement surgery. This is accomplished with pre- and post-operative education as well as specialized intraoperative injections around the knee at the time of surgery.
- Not all patients are candidates for a partial knee replacement, but Dr. Jennings can have a discussion with you to see if you qualify for this surgery.
