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Can You Avoid Knee Replacement Surgery? One of the most common questions we hear from patients is:“Can I avoid knee replacement?” The honest answer is: Yes — in many cases, knee replacement can be delayed or even avoided with the right treatment plan, especially if the arthritis or joint damage is in the early or moderate stages. Let’s explore how. Knee replacement is usually recommended for patients with: But if you’re not at that stage yet — or are looking for alternatives — there are non-surgical options and lifestyle changes that may help. How to Avoid or Delay Knee Replacement 1. Weight Management Every extra kilo puts pressure on your knees. Losing even 5–10% of your body weight can significantly reduce joint pain. 2. Physiotherapy & Exercise Targeted exercises to strengthen your quadriceps, hamstrings, and hip muscles can reduce strain on your knees and improve joint stability. 3. Medications & Supplements 4. Injections 5. Braces & Walking Aids Using a knee brace or a cane can take pressure off the joint during daily activities. 6. Lifestyle Modifications 7. Orthobiologic & Regenerative Therapies (Still under research) Stem cell therapy and other regenerative options are being explored — but currently, results vary and are not universally proven. If: Then knee replacement may be the best solution for long-term relief — especially with modern options like Augmented Reality-assisted Knee Replacement (Pixee Knee+), which offers precise alignment and faster recovery. Knee replacement is not always the first step — it’s the last resort when other treatments fail.Early intervention, exercise, and guided care can often delay or avoid surgery altogether. At Anand Surgical Hospital, Ahmedabad, we help patients choose the right treatment at the right time — whether non-surgical or surgical. Phone: 9104142796Address: Anand Surgical Hospital Pvt. Ltd., near Memco Cross Road, Naroda, Ahmedabad 382345, Gujarat