Knee Treatment & Replacement

Our Services Offered At Lee Health

Using innovative joint replacement methods, Lee Health-affiliated orthopedic surgeons provide innovative solutions for your knee pain. Our surgeons reconstruct hundreds of knee joints each year.

Treatments include routine and complex total knee replacement, revision of previously replaced joints that have worn out or failed, partial knee replacement, and arthroscopic knee surgery.

We also provide more conservative treatments such as cortisone injections and visco-supplementation.

Smart Knee Replacement

Knee arthritis is a common pain as we age. “Especially with knees, you need it, so it’s not like you’re going to be able to stay off of it because whenever you walk, it gets worse,” said independent Orthopedic Surgeon practicing at Lee Health Dr. John Thompson.

Many turn to knee replacements once the pain starts to affect their quality of life. Now some of those replacements are getting a smart upgrade. “This is what the bottom half of a normal knee replacement looks like, and this piece attaches to the end of it. This is going inside the bone, inside where the knee replacement is,” said Dr. Thompson.

The smart knee has a built in chip that uploads data to the cloud. “The length or stride contract. The range of motion after surgery. Your gait speed, so how fast somebody is walking,” said Dr. Thompson. It’s basically like having a physical therapist with you 24/7 to measure these things that normally we like to see with your recovery process.”

It allows doctors to remotely track someone’s recovery in greater detail. “Now being able to see it online at any time, if there’s something that is worrisome, you can bring them in sooner and see if there’s something going on. If there is an issue, you can hopefully fix it sooner,” said Dr. Thompson. The smart knee doesn’t track your position. Both the doctor and patient can see the data.

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Lee Health in Fort Myers, FL is the largest network of health care facilities in Southwest Florida and is highly respected for its expertise, innovation and quality of care. For more than 100 years, we’ve been providing our community with personalized preventative health services and primary care to highly specialized care services and robotic assisted surgeries. Lee Health - Caring People. Inspiring Care.

Knee Treatment and Replacement in Fort Myers, FL

LPG Orthopedics - Coconut Point

23450 Via Coconut Pt Estero, FL 33928

Fax: (239) 343-4198

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Phone number (239) 343-9696
LPG Orthopedics - The Sanctuary

8960 Colonial Center Dr, Suite 206 Fort Myers, FL 33905

Fax: (239) 343-4198

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Phone number (239) 343-9696

Our orthopedic program includes the following:

Pre-operative total joint education class
Navigators, nurses, therapists, care managers and patient care technicians who specialize in the case of joint patients
Emphasis on group activities and individual care
A patient support person is educated to act as “coach” in the recovery process
A comprehensive patient guide for you to follow before your surgery and beyond
Reunion luncheons for former patients and coaches
Newsletters to update you with new information about arthritis and joint care
Public education seminars about hip and knee pain

Orthopedic Nurse Navigator

We are committed to providing a comprehensive and compassionate orthopedic program that supports you throughout your entire journey to recovery. Our dedicated orthopedic nurse navigator plays a crucial role in your surgical journey:

Guidance Through the Surgical Process: From preadmission to discharge, our nurse navigator will be with you every step of the way.
Preoperative Education: Receive detailed information about the procedure, recovery, and rehabilitation to help you prepare.
Continuous Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with the patient and family before, during, and after the hospital stay.
Answering Questions: Our nurse navigator is available to answer any questions you might have about the procedure, recovery, and rehabilitation.

Call 239-343-3341 to contact the Lee Memorial Hospital orthopedic nurse navigator or 239-343-0297 for the navigator at Cape Coral Hospital or Gulf Coast Medical Center.

Knee Replacement Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be put to sleep for this surgery?

You may have a general anesthetic, which most people call "being put to sleep." Some patients prefer to have spinal or epidural anesthetic that numbs your leg only and light sedation. The choice is between you and the anesthesiologist.

Do you recommend any restrictions following this surgery?

Yes. High-impact activities, such as running, downhill skiing, singles tennis and basketball are not recommended.

How often will I need to be seen by my doctor following the surgery?

You will be seen for your first post-operative office visit two weeks after surgery. The frequency of follow-up visits will depend on your progress.

What is a total knee replacement?

A knee replacement is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon removes the damaged bone and cartilage at the ends of the bones in your joint and replaces it with artificial parts. The goal of knee replacement is to allow you to move easily with less discomfort.

What is arthritis and why does it hurt my knee?

The leading cause of joint pain, osteoarthritis, is also known as degenerative joint disease. The cartilage that serves as a cushion and allows for smooth motion of the knee breaks down and wears away. Eventually it wears down to bone. Rubbing of bone against bone causes discomfort, swelling and stiffness.

What is partial or uni-compartment knee replacement?

A partial or uni-compartmental knee replacement is a procedure in which only one of the three compartments in the knee is repaired. Candidates for this procedure have arthritis primarily in the medial compartment of the knee. Your surgeon will determine if this is the right procedure for you.

When will I be able to get back to work?

We recommend that most people take at least one month off from work, unless their jobs are quite sedentary.

Will I notice anything different about my knee?

Yes. You may have a small area of numbness to the outside of the scar that may last a year or more and is not serious. Kneeling may be uncomfortable for a year or more, but you can kneel if you want to. Some patients notice some clicking when they move their knee. This is the result of the artificial surfaces coming together and is not serious. You may notice that your knee is warm for up to one year, again, this is not unusual. It is your knee healing from the surgery.

Robotic Knee Treatment & Replacement

Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery

Do you have trouble standing up, difficulty walking or climbing stairs, or experience stiff knees? Your physician may recommend you to a Lee Health knee surgeon to see if robotic surgery is a treatment option for you. Learn more here!

Are you planning to have Knee Replacement at Lee Health?

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Joint Center Pre-Op Education Classes
This Joint Center Pre-Op Education class is designed to prepare you for the different stages of your journey and will include what to expect before surgery, during your hospital stay, and continued recovery after discharge. You may attend a LIVE version of the class or review the same content in this ONLINE program.

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