06/10/2026
Both knees need replacement. Should you have them done together or one at a time?
This is a common question when arthritis affects both knees. The answer depends on your health, mobility and individual surgical assessment.
There are two approaches:
• One-stage: Both knees are replaced during the same operation, followed by one rehabilitation period. This may suit appropriately selected patients.
• Two-stage: One knee is replaced first, with time to recover and regain strength before the second procedure.
Having both knees treated together can mean one hospital stay, but the surgery and early recovery can be more demanding. For others, a staged approach may be more appropriate.
Your treatment plan should be built around you.
Swipe through to understand both options, then discuss them with your orthopaedic surgeon.
The goal is a safe, strong recovery and more comfortable movement.
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Renova Hospital, Kompally, Secunderabad