Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics offers the complete range of advanced techniques and approaches for total joint replacement, including quad-sparing total knee replacements. This approach is also known as the subvastus or subV total knee replacement.
A total knee replacement, also called a total knee arthroplasty, is an orthopaedic procedure in which the damaged or worn surface of the knee is replaced with an implant or prosthesis. A knee replacement can decrease pain, increase mobility, and improve quality of life for those with severe knee arthritis.
Quad-sparing total knee replacement is a surgical technique that uses a shorter incision to minimize trauma to the quadriceps muscle, an important muscle group located around the knee. This surgical approach promotes a faster recovery period and may reduce post-operative pain and the need for rehab.
By minimizing disturbances to the tissues surrounding the knee, this quad-sparing technique can offer both immediate and long-term advantages for patients. After surgery, many patients report they can bear weight and begin gentle movement quickly. Other potential benefits may include:
In addition to these benefits, many patients report a more natural range of motion and improved confidence in their knee function, helping them return to daily activities with less pain and greater independence.
At Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics, our skilled joint specialists will perform a thorough evaluation of your lifestyle, activity level, and overall health to determine which total knee replacement approach is right for you.
Typically, ideal candidates for the quad-sparing/subV approach are those with moderate to severe arthritis who are in good overall health. Ideal candidates are also motivated to participate in the rehabilitation process.
However, not all patients are suited for the quad-sparing approach. Other factors such as weight, bone quality, previous knee surgeries, and overall health may affect surgical outcomes. Regardless of the approach used for total knee replacement, the integrity of the muscle and tendon are carefully preserved. Combined with the very latest in anesthetic techniques, today’s total knee replacements permit almost immediate range of motion of motion and weigh bearing – with the majority of patients walking on their new knee in less than two hours into recovery.
CSMO’s team of experts will take the time to discuss all available options so you can make an informed decision with confidence.
If you have long-lasting knee pain that isn’t seeing improvement, or persistent pain that limits your daily activities, it may be time to consider a minimally traumatic total knee replacement. Many patients who benefit from this procedure have already tried non-operative treatments, such as physical therapy, pain medication, and joint injections, but continue to experience pain, stiffness, or loss of mobility. Surgery can offer lasting relief when other options have failed.
A total knee replacement may also be considered if your knee pain consistently interferes with simple movements, such as standing from a seated position, walking even short distances, and climbing stairs. In some cases, this pain can even interrupt sleep or make it difficult to exercise regularly or participate in hobbies.
While choosing to undergo any type of total knee replacement is a significant decision, you don’t have to make it alone. At Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics, our specialists will carefully evaluate your medical history, imaging results, and lifestyle goals to determine which method is the best path toward long-term relief and restored function.
You don’t have to live with knee pain. Contact Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics today to schedule an appointment with one of our skilled joint replacement specialists. We’ll help you move toward a pain-free future.
Andrew Carlone, MD
Hip & Knee Specialist
Joshua Lawson, MD
Hip & Knee Specialist
Jason Rogers, MD
Hip & Knee Specialist