Typical figures. Dr. Hamie confirms what applies to you at your consultation.
In knee replacement surgery, Dr. Hamie removes the damaged cartilage (the smooth lining on the ends of the bones) along with a thin layer of bone, then fits metal parts to the thigh bone and shin bone. A plastic spacer sits between them so the joint can glide smoothly again. The back of the kneecap may also be resurfaced.
A total knee replacement resurfaces the whole joint. A partial knee replacement replaces only the worn part when arthritis is limited to one side of the knee, keeping healthy bone and ligaments. Dr. Hamie holds the ESSKA European Certification in Knee Arthroplasty (joint replacement) and explains which option suits your knee after examining you and reviewing your X-rays.
These signs suggest your arthritis may be advanced enough to discuss knee replacement with Dr. Hamie.
Your knee hurts when walking, on stairs or standing, and often aches at rest too.
Aching keeps you awake or wakes you when you turn over in bed.
The knee will not fully bend or straighten, so chairs, cars and stairs feel harder.
The knee swells after activity and takes days to settle down.
Your leg becomes more bowed or knock-kneed as the joint wears unevenly.
You walk shorter distances, need a stick, or plan your day around your knee.
A clear diagnosis comes first, so your treatment plan fits your knee and your goals.
Dr. Hamie asks how the knee affects your walking, sleep, work and hobbies, and which treatments you have already tried.
He checks your knee's movement, stability and alignment, and also examines your hip and spine, which can cause knee pain too.
Weight-bearing X-rays show how much cartilage is left. An MRI or CT scan is added only when it helps. You can send existing images on WhatsApp before your visit.
Knee replacement is considered once non-surgical care is no longer controlling your symptoms.
Earlier stages of arthritis often respond to simpler measures, and Dr. Hamie starts here when they are likely to help.
When pain and stiffness persist, a knee replacement may ease pain and improve how well you move.
Dr. Hamie explains every step before your treatment, so you know exactly what to expect on the day.
Before surgery you have blood tests, a heart check if needed, and advice on medicines, setting up your home and exercises to build strength.
The anaesthetist usually gives a spinal anaesthetic (numbing from the waist down) or a general anaesthetic, often with a nerve block for pain relief afterwards.
Dr. Hamie removes the worn surfaces, shapes the bone, fits the implants and checks that the knee bends, straightens and stays stable. The operation often takes 1 to 2 hours.
A physiotherapist usually helps you stand and walk with a frame on the day of surgery or the next morning.
Every recovery is different, so these are typical ranges that Dr. Hamie confirms for you at consultation.
You start walking with a frame, learn your exercises and go home once you can move safely and your pain is controlled.
Swelling and stiffness are common. Daily exercises and physiotherapy help you bend and straighten the knee, and many people move from a frame to a stick.
Most daily tasks, short walks and desk work usually return. Driving is often possible from around 6 weeks, once you can control the car safely.
Strength and stamina keep improving. Many patients return to low-impact activities such as walking, swimming, cycling and golf. Mild swelling can last up to a year.
Dr. Hamie follows up with you at every stage of your recovery.
Dr. Hamie holds the ESSKA European Certification in Knee Arthroplasty, a European qualification focused on knee replacement surgery.
He makes a clear diagnosis, considers simpler treatments first, and recommends surgery only when it is likely to help.
He performs total, partial and robotic-assisted knee replacement and also treats failed knee replacements, so your plan is shaped around your knee.
Real stories from patients who have regained their mobility and confidence with Dr. Hamie.
He doesn't rush you into tests. He takes the time to listen, examine, and truly understand the issue before recommending anything.
He explained everything clearly and reassured me that surgery was not necessary in my case. I recovered fully.
The surgery and recovery were excellent and he kept following up to make sure all is well. Highly recommend.
He explained my condition in simple, clear terms. No medical jargon, just honest and helpful guidance.
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عملي عملية ركبتي (الرباط الصليبي) وبعد يومين كنت عم بمشي. اليوم بعد 9 اشهر كل شي طبيعي.Excellent doctor, professional and reassuring. He listens and explains carefully.
Clear answers to the questions patients ask Dr. Hamie most often.
Send your question with the booking form, and attach your MRI or X-ray for Dr. Hamie to review.
There is no single test. Dr. Hamie looks at how much pain and stiffness affect your daily life, what your X-rays show, and whether physiotherapy, medicines or injections are still helping. If the knee limits your walking, sleep or work despite these treatments, it may be time to discuss surgery.
A total knee replacement resurfaces the whole joint. A partial knee replacement replaces only the worn compartment, usually the inner side, and keeps healthy bone and ligaments. Partial replacement suits only some knees, so Dr. Hamie checks your X-rays, alignment and ligaments before recommending one or the other.
Modern knee replacements often last many years, and for many patients the new knee lasts the rest of their life. Wear depends on your age, weight, activity level and how well the implant is positioned. Dr. Hamie reviews you after surgery and advises on activities that are kind to your new joint.
Many people can kneel once they have recovered, although it may feel uncomfortable or strange because the skin over the front of the knee can stay numb. Kneeling does not usually harm the implant, and a soft cushion helps. Dr. Hamie will tell you when it is safe to start trying.
Yes. You can send your X-rays or MRI on WhatsApp to +971 56 165 7695 before your visit. Dr. Hamie reviews them in advance, so your consultation can focus on your symptoms, the examination and a clear plan for your knee.
Other conditions and procedures Dr. Hamie often discusses with patients.
Revision Knee ReplacementA second operation to fix a knee replacement that has become painful, loose, stiff or unstable.Learn About This Procedure
Knee OsteotomyReshaping the shin or thigh bone to shift weight away from the worn side of the knee.Learn About This Procedure
Early Arthritis ManagementPhysiotherapy, weight advice, medicines and injections to ease early arthritis and keep you active.Learn About This ProcedureBook a consultation at Clemenceau Medical Center, Dubai, or send your knee X-rays on WhatsApp to +971 56 165 7695 for review before your visit. Appointments are at Clemenceau Medical Center in Dubai Healthcare City, and you can send your MRI or X-ray before your visit.
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