Not every knee needs a total overhaul. If arthritis or joint damage is confined to just one part of your knee, a partial knee replacement—also called knee resurfacing—could be the smarter, faster, and less invasive solution.
At NanoKnee™, we specialize in advanced joint preservation and replacement strategies designed to maximize mobility, minimize downtime, and help you return to a life without limits. For many active patients, partial knee replacement is the gateway to pain-free movement without sacrificing their native anatomy.
What Is a Partial Knee Replacement?
Unlike a total knee replacement that resurfaces the entire joint, partial knee replacement targets only the damaged compartment. Doing so preserves the healthy bone, ligaments, and cartilage.
This approach allows for:
- Smaller incisions
- Less tissue disruption
- Faster recovery
- A joint that feels more like you
At NanoKnee™, we take it a step further. Our NanoKnee UNI procedure uses 3D modeling and machine-learning algorithms to create a custom-engineered joint surface that mimics your natural alignment, balance, and biomechanics.
The Pros of Partial Knee Replacement
- Faster Recovery: Patients often walk within 30 minutes and are home within 2 hours.
- Less Pain: Smaller incisions and soft-tissue preservation result in less post-op discomfort.
- Natural Feel: Because your ligaments and most of your knee remain intact, the joint moves more naturally.
- Minimal Scarring: With a cosmetic surgical closure, your incision is as discreet as your recovery.
- Long-Term Functionality: Our advanced implants are engineered for durability and active lifestyles.
Any Downsides?
While partial knee replacement has significant advantages, it’s not right for everyone. Consider the following:
- Limited to One or Two Compartments: If arthritis has progressed across the entire joint, a total replacement may be required.
- Possible Future Revision: If other parts of the knee develop damage over time, further surgery might be needed—but with NanoKnee’s tissue-sparing techniques, future interventions are easier and less invasive.
- Precision is Everything: Success depends on surgical expertise and proper alignment. At NanoKnee™, we solve this through exacting planning, kinematic mapping, and elite surgeon experience.
Who’s the Ideal Candidate for a Partial Knee Replacement?
You may be an excellent fit for NanoKnee™'s partial knee procedure if:
- You’ve been diagnosed with unicompartmental or bicompartmental knee arthritis
- Your pain is localized to one area of the knee
- You maintain a healthy, active lifestyle and want to keep it that way
- You’re not ready for—or don’t need—a full knee replacement
- You want a fast, outpatient solution with minimal disruption
Partial knee replacements are especially ideal for younger, high-functioning individuals who want to stay active without the limitations of traditional surgery.
What Makes the NanoKnee™ Approach Different?
Unlike traditional knee surgeries, NanoKnee™ resurfacing is muscle-sparing, bone-preserving, and alignment-perfecting. Using our proprietary Planned Restricted Inverse Kinematic Alignment (iKA) protocol, we precisely restore your knee’s natural movement, without removing more than is necessary.
That means:
- No long hospital stays
- No general anesthesia
- No aggressive physical therapy
- Just rapid recovery and real results
Most patients return to routine daily activity within 7–14 days, with full lifestyle return in 4–8 weeks.
Still Unsure? Let’s Find the Right Fit Together.
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or simply want to walk without pain, we’ll help determine the right surgical solution for your goals and anatomy. NanoKnee™ offers:
- Partial Knee Replacement (UNI or Bi-Compartmental)
- Total Knee Replacement
- Advanced Total Knee
- Deuce Knee Resurfacing System
- And more
If it’s your knee, we have a plan. Book your consultation with NanoKnee™ today and let us help you find the fastest path to full function.
