Knee
Knee pain and instability is common because of arthritis and sports injuries. Advancements in orthopedic surgery techniques include alternatives to open joint surgery, such as arthroscopic surgery and a variety of partial or total joint replacement options.
Dr. William Hovis and
Dr. David Hovis use leading-edge knee surgery techniques, diligent follow-up care, and comprehensive physical therapy to get our patients back in the game or engaged in the activities that they enjoy as quickly as possible.
Knee procedures at Hovis Orthopaedic Clinic include:
Knee Ligament Reconstruction
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) cross inside the knee joint. The ACL and PCL connect the thigh bone and the leg, providing knee stability. The ACL and PCL are commonly injured during sports, causing knee instability and knee dislocation. The goal of knee ligament reconstruction is to reconstruct the knee joint to restore its function and stability, and prevent further injury. Learn more about anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears.
Unicompartmental Knee Replacement
Unicompartmental knee replacement is a minimally invasive solution for knee arthritis. With unicompartmental knee replacement, only the damaged area of the knee joint is replaced. Unicompartmental knee replacement conserves healthy bone and is associated with a shorter recovery time than total knee replacement surgery. Learn more about unicompartmental knee replacement.
Total Knee Replacement
Total knee replacement surgery involves removing the damaged portion of the knee and replacing it with artificial implants. Knee arthroplasty is the most common type of joint replacement surgery. It is highly successful for relieving pain and restoring joint function. Learn more about total knee replacement.
Arthroscopic Cartilage Restoration
The menisci are cartilage structures in the knee joint that act as buffers between the bones. The menisci are vulnerable to injury, especially during twisting motions used for sports. Arthroscopic surgery treats the damaged cartilage without opening the knee joint. Learn more about treating meniscus tears.
Types of Arthroscopic Cartilage Restoration Performed at Hovis Orthopaedic Clinic include:
- Meniscus Transplant
- Microfracture
- OATS (Osteochondral Autograft Transfer or Allograft Transplant)
- Meniscal Transplant
Meniscectomy
Meniscectomy removes part or all of a torn meniscus. The location of torn cartilage is one factor that helps decide if the meniscus can heal or not. Some locations do not have an adequate blood supply to heal and need to be removed. Learn more about treating meniscus tears.
High Tibial Osteotomy
High tibial osteotomy realigns the leg alignment to correct "bowleggs." By correcting the knee alignment, the joint cartilage wears more evenly. High tibial osteotomy can help prevent or delay knee arthritis and knee replacement.
Call (865) 524-0054, Fort Sanders or (865) 251-3030, Turkey Creek or request an appointment online for quality orthopedic knee care at Hovis Orthopaedic Clinic in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Knee
Knee pain and instability is common because of arthritis and sports injuries. Advancements in orthopedic surgery techniques include alternatives to open joint surgery, such as arthroscopic surgery and a variety of partial or total joint replacement options.
Dr. William Hovis and
Dr. David Hovis use leading-edge knee surgery techniques, diligent follow-up care, and comprehensive physical therapy to get our patients back in the game or engaged in the activities that they enjoy as quickly as possible.
Knee procedures at Hovis Orthopaedic Clinic include:
Knee Ligament Reconstruction
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) cross inside the knee joint. The ACL and PCL connect the thigh bone and the leg, providing knee stability. The ACL and PCL are commonly injured during sports, causing knee instability and knee dislocation. The goal of knee ligament reconstruction is to reconstruct the knee joint to restore its function and stability, and prevent further injury. Learn more about anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears.
Unicompartmental Knee Replacement
Unicompartmental knee replacement is a minimally invasive solution for knee arthritis. With unicompartmental knee replacement, only the damaged area of the knee joint is replaced. Unicompartmental knee replacement conserves healthy bone and is associated with a shorter recovery time than total knee replacement surgery. Learn more about unicompartmental knee replacement.
Total Knee Replacement
Total knee replacement surgery involves removing the damaged portion of the knee and replacing it with artificial implants. Knee arthroplasty is the most common type of joint replacement surgery. It is highly successful for relieving pain and restoring joint function. Learn more about total knee replacement.
Arthroscopic Cartilage Restoration
The menisci are cartilage structures in the knee joint that act as buffers between the bones. The menisci are vulnerable to injury, especially during twisting motions used for sports. Arthroscopic surgery treats the damaged cartilage without opening the knee joint. Learn more about treating meniscus tears.
Types of Arthroscopic Cartilage Restoration Performed at Hovis Orthopaedic Clinic include:
- Meniscus Transplant
- Microfracture
- OATS (Osteochondral Autograft Transfer or Allograft Transplant)
- Meniscal Transplant
Meniscectomy
Meniscectomy removes part or all of a torn meniscus. The location of torn cartilage is one factor that helps decide if the meniscus can heal or not. Some locations do not have an adequate blood supply to heal and need to be removed. Learn more about treating meniscus tears.
High Tibial Osteotomy
High tibial osteotomy realigns the leg alignment to correct "bowleggs." By correcting the knee alignment, the joint cartilage wears more evenly. High tibial osteotomy can help prevent or delay knee arthritis and knee replacement.
Call (865) 524-0054, Fort Sanders or (865) 251-3030, Turkey Creek or request an appointment online for quality orthopedic knee care at Hovis Orthopaedic Clinic in Knoxville, Tennessee.