Knee Timeline

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The knee operative care timeline from the onset of pain to operation and recovery.

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Pain  This is usually directly in the knee but can radiate to the shin area.  more

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GP Visit  Your GP will take a history and examine you and may make a diagnosis of osteoarthritis in the knee. more

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Triage clinic You may be referred to a specialist clinic if this system operates in your local area.  more

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Hospital The clinical history and X-rays reviewed. more

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Pre-op assessment  A clinic that takes place at the hospital to ensure you are fit for surgery and understand the operation. more

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Consent  Consent to operate will be obtained and your doctor. more

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Operation  You are admitted to hospital and prepared for surgery, given an anaesthetic and the operation carried out. more

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