Am I a candidate for partial knee replacement?

Candidacy is decided after clinical examination, imaging review and a discussion of your goals, activity level and medical history. Dr. Tomar recommends surgery only when non-surgical treatment cannot deliver a durable result.

How long is the hospital stay for partial knee replacement?

Most patients are discharged within 2–4 days depending on the procedure, pain control and how quickly you regain safe mobility. Outstation patients are supported with post-op follow-up over WhatsApp and video.

When can I return to normal activities?

Light indoor activities usually resume within 2–3 weeks. Return to driving, desk work and gentle walking follows soon after. Sport, running or heavy lifting is guided by your physiotherapy milestones, typically at 3–6 months.

What outcomes can I expect?

Outcomes vary from patient to patient and depend on your condition, overall health and rehabilitation. Patient selection, surgical planning and physiotherapy are discussed with you in detail so you have realistic, individual expectations before any decision.

Do you offer a second opinion?

Yes. Many patients come specifically for a second opinion before deciding. You will receive a clear, unhurried view of surgical and non-surgical options with pros, cons and expected outcomes.

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Partial (Unicompartmental) Knee Replacement in Delhi

Bone-preserving option for isolated single-compartment knee arthritis.

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Partial (Unicompartmental) Knee Replacement in Delhi — overview

Dr. L. Tomar performs partial (unicompartmental) knee replacement in Delhi at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, and consults at the Vikash Marg clinic. Here is what the procedure involves and who it helps.

Partial knee replacement resurfaces only the arthritic compartment of your knee, preserving healthy bone, cartilage and ligaments. It offers a more natural-feeling knee, faster recovery and smaller incision compared to a total replacement — when patient selection is done well.

When it's recommended

Isolated medial or lateral compartment arthritis
Intact cruciate ligaments
Good range of motion
Well-preserved other compartments

Key benefits

More natural knee feel
Faster recovery vs TKR
Smaller incision
Preserves healthy bone and ligaments
Easier revision if needed later

Surgical approach

Careful patient selection with MRI
Robotic precision for tiny bone cuts
Preserves ACL, PCL and other compartments

Recovery timeline

Discharge in 1–2 days
Faster return to daily activities
Walking without support in 2–3 weeks

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Related Knee procedures

Total Knee Replacement (TKR)

Gold-standard treatment for end-stage knee arthritis — with robotic precision.

Revision Knee Replacement

Specialist re-do surgery for failed or painful knee replacements.

ACL / PCL Reconstruction

Arthroscopic ligament reconstruction to restore knee stability after sports injury.

Meniscus & Cartilage Repair

Joint-preserving arthroscopic surgery to save the meniscus and treat cartilage damage.

High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO)

Realignment surgery to preserve the young, active knee with early arthritis.

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