| Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement |
“Traditional” Total Joint Replacement |
Does not disrupt any muscle or tendons.
Less painful procedure. |
Requires cutting muscles and tendons to expose the bones. |
MIS Knee Replacement 3–5 Inch Incision.
MIS Hip Replacement 2-3 Inch Incision.
Less Bleeding and Pain |
8-12 Inch Incision. |
| Average patient stay in the hospital is 48 hours. |
Average patient stay in the hospital is 3-5 days. |
| Most patients require a walker for several days for comfort however by 1 to 2 weeks, most need no assistive devices to walk. |
Patients require walker or crutches for 4-6 weeks to allow muscles and tendons to heal. |
| Majority of patients can resume their normal activities including gym and non-impact sports by about 3-6 weeks after the procedure. |
Standard rehabilitation times can be as much as 3-6 months. |
