Keep what's healthy. Replace only what's worn.
A partial knee replacement is a smaller operation for people whose arthritis is on only one side of the knee. For the right patient, it recovers faster and feels more natural than a full knee replacement.
Faster recovery
Many patients walk the same day of surgery and get back to easy activity within weeks.
Smaller scar
A smaller cut means less bruising, less pain and quicker healing.
Feels like your own knee
Because your natural ligaments stay in place, the knee still moves and feels like yours.
Could a partial knee replacement work for you?
Take the 2-minute Knee Check, or book a consultation with Dr Oosthuizen directly.
Got a question about your knee?
Call or WhatsApp Dr Oosthuizen's rooms directly, or send a booking request and the team will come back to you within one business day.
Not for medical emergencies — phone 10177 for an ambulance or attend your nearest emergency unit.
Find out if a partial knee replacement is right for you
Book a consultation with Dr Oosthuizen. He'll look at your X-rays, examine your knee and talk you through your options in plain language.
- Mon·JSH·06:30 – 10:00
- Tue·Wilgeheuwel·06:30 – 10:00
- Thu·JSH·06:30 – 12:00
Orthopaedic emergencies outside consulting hours
If you experience an orthopaedic emergency outside of consulting hours, please report immediately to the Casualty Department at either Johannesburg Surgical Hospital (JSH) or Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital for assessment and treatment. The casualty doctors will provide the necessary emergency care and arrange specialist orthopaedic referral if required.