San Antonio's Joint Replacement Specialists

An implant can last many years, but longevity depends on the joint replaced, implant type, activity level, weight, overall health, and normal wear over time. If an implant wears out, loosens, becomes painful, or develops another problem, revision surgery may be considered.

Mako uses a CT-based 3D model and robotic-arm technology to help the surgeon plan and perform partial or total knee replacement with patient-specific guidance. The surgeon remains in control throughout, while the system provides real-time data and a virtual boundary to guide bone preparation and implant placement. TSAOG uses Stryker's Mako Technology for partial and total knee replacement.

Recovery time after joint replacement surgery varies depending on the joint replaced, the surgical approach, your overall health, and your individual healing process. Many patients begin walking and participating in physical therapy shortly after surgery, but full recovery can take several months. Your orthopedic specialist will provide a personalized recovery plan to help you safely regain strength, mobility, and function.

There's no single age limit or ideal age. Candidacy is usually based on pain, disability, imaging results, health status, activity goals, and whether non-surgical treatment is still helping.

Follow your surgeon's preoperative instructions, manage chronic health conditions, stay as active as pain allows, strengthen the muscles around the joint, eat well, and stop smoking if applicable. Your care team may also recommend a medical evaluation, medication review, dental evaluation, home preparation, and physical therapy before surgery.