Question 1

Am I a candidate for joint replacement?

Accepted Answer

Candidacy depends on the severity of your arthritis, your pain level, and how much your daily function is affected. If conservative treatments like physical therapy, injections, or medications have not provided lasting relief, a consultation can clarify whether replacement is the right next step.

Question 2

What is the Muscle/Tendon Sparing Subvastus approach for knee replacement?

Accepted Answer

This technique works below the quadriceps tendon rather than cutting through it. By sparing this critical structure, patients typically experience less post-operative pain, better early quad function, and a more natural feel in the knee, while still achieving the same precision and implant longevity as a standard approach.

Question 3

What is the Bikini Incision Anterior Approach for hip replacement?

Accepted Answer

This minimally invasive technique approaches the hip from the front, working between natural muscle planes instead of cutting through them. The incision is placed along a natural skin crease for a cosmetically favorable result. Benefits include faster recovery, fewer post-operative restrictions, and a lower risk of dislocation.

Question 4

What makes robotic-assisted surgery different?

Accepted Answer

Robotic assistance uses pre-operative 3D imaging to build a surgical plan customized to your anatomy, then guides placement with precision during the procedure. This means more accurate implant positioning, better joint balance, and a more predictable recovery, while I remain fully in control throughout the surgery.

Question 5

How long is recovery after joint replacement?

Accepted Answer

Most patients walk the same day of surgery. Many return to driving within 2–4 weeks and to light activity within 6–8 weeks. Full return to sports or strenuous activity is typically 3–6 months depending on your procedure and overall health.

Question 6

How long do joint replacements last?

Accepted Answer

Modern implants are engineered for long-term durability. Studies show 90–95% of replacements remain functional at 15–20 years. Factors like activity level, weight, and implant selection all play a role.

Question 7

Where will my surgery be performed?

Accepted Answer

Surgery is performed at Elmhurst Hospital, Plainfield Surgical Center, or Edwards Hospital, depending on your procedure and health profile. Many patients qualify for same-day or next-day discharge through our rapid recovery program.

Question 8

What should I expect at my first consultation?

Accepted Answer

You'll meet directly with Dr. Ahmed, not a physician assistant or rotating provider. We'll review your imaging, discuss your symptoms and goals, and walk through your options in plain language. You'll leave with a clear picture of whether surgery is right for you and exactly what the process looks like.

Board-Certified Hip & Knee Replacement Surgeon — Elmhurst · Addison · Lombard, IL

Three convenient orthopedic clinic locations near Chicago.

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Muscle/Tendon Sparing Subvastus Total Knee Replacement

Partial Knee Replacement

Bikini Incision Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement

Complex & Revision Joint Replacement

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