Knee

ACL Reconstruction

ACL tears are a common sports injury in the knees. ACL reconstruction surgery is often needed for a patient to regain full knee function. Older methods of ACL reconstruction made for a very difficult and painful recovery. Dr. Cahill utilizes the latest, most advanced approaches for ACL reconstruction, using minimally invasive methods and multi-modal pain management techniques that make recovery much easier on patients. After full healing and rehabilitation, most athletes are able to return to activity.

Knee Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical approach that allows our surgeons to perform knee surgery through much smaller incisions than are required for an open procedure. Not all knee procedures can be completed with arthroscopy, but ACL repairs and reconstructions are often done arthroscopically.

Dr. Cahill also uses arthroscopy in cartilage restoration procedures. Cartilage restoration is a relatively new procedure that can stimulate the growth of new cartilage. Cartilage restoration may not be appropriate for all patients, but it can be effective for patients with a single area of cartilage damage in the knee.

Knee Replacement

Conditions like arthritis can severely damage the articular cartilage in the knees, leading to pain, stiffness, and disability. For some patients, nonsurgical treatments like medication, physical therapy, and activity modification may be sufficient in managing knee pain. However, if nonsurgical treatment does not yield improvement or the knee arthritis is severe, knee replacement surgery may be an option. During a knee replacement procedure, the damaged portions of the knee joint are removed and replaced with prosthetic components designed to mimic the function of a healthy knee. In most cases, patients who undergo knee replacement surgery are able to return to normal activities with less pain and improved knee function.

Mako Robotic Joint Replacement

Dr. Cahill keeps current on the latest developments and technology in joint replacement surgery to provide the best results for patients. Mako joint replacement is one of the newest technologies impacting joint replacement surgery. With Mako robotic-assisted technology, Dr. Cahill is able to pre-plan the procedure based on a 3D model of the patient’s own anatomy. This leads to more accurate implant placement, quicker recovery, and greater long-term satisfaction with the procedure.

Outpatient Joint Replacement

Outpatient joint replacement is a great option for patients who prefer to recover in the comfort of their own homes. In addition to being able to recover at home, outpatient joint replacement has many other benefits, including decreased risk of infection and blood clots after surgery. Dr. Cahill works with an outpatient surgery center that is highly experienced in patient safety protocols, and he and his team also make sure that patients are properly educated before surgery so that they are able to recover at home safely and comfortably. Advanced pain management techniques also help patients recover at home in the initial recovery period, when pain is typically the worst.

Partial Knee Replacement

Partial knee replacement may be an option for patients who have arthritis damage that is limited to only part of the knee, rather than the entire joint. With a partial knee replacement, only the damaged sections of the knee are replaced, leaving the healthy sections of the knee intact. This can be a great option for active patients who qualify, as partial knee replacements allow patients to recover more quickly and resume active lifestyles after recovery.