Knee Replacement vs Other Options: How to Decide
Short answer: Before knee replacement, less invasive options are usually considered: medication, physical therapy and injections in early stages; a prosthesis when those fail. The final decision is made by the specialist based on your case.
Are there alternatives to knee replacement? Sometimes there are.
Options
Medication, physical therapy and injections in early stages; a prosthesis when those fail.
When surgery is preferred
When symptoms persist, there is risk, or conservative options fail. The specialist decides the indication; results vary from person to person.