Joint Replacement

  Knee pain —especially due to osteoarthritis —is a common issue that affects many middle-aged adults. When the bones in your lower limb are not properly aligned, it puts extra stress on the inner (medial) side of the knee. Over time, this pressure wears away the protective cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, and difficulty in movement. One effective way to treat this condition, especially for active patients between 40–60 years old, is a surgical procedure called High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO) . What is High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO)? HTO is a surgical procedure where the shinbone (tibia) is carefully cut and reshaped to shift body weight away from the damaged inner side of the knee. By realigning the leg, the load is transferred to the healthier, outer side of the knee. This helps relieve pain and restore function in people with early to moderate knee arthritis. Think of it as giving your knee joint a new alignment to reduce wear and tear—without replacing the entire joint. Wh...