Knee replacement in Cabo San Lucas

What knee replacement involves

Knee replacement (knee arthroplasty) substitutes the damaged bone and cartilage surfaces of the joint with prosthetic components, so the joint can move again with less pain. It is one of the best-documented procedures in orthopedics: most patients regain long walks, stairs and everyday activities.

Signs you may be a candidate

Replacement is considered when knee pain and stiffness limit daily life and other treatments (medication, physical therapy, injections) no longer help. Common situations: advanced arthritis, progressive joint wear, pain that interrupts sleep, or difficulty walking even with support. The final decision is always individual, made with your orthopedist after an in-person evaluation.

The process at our clinic

At Pacific Medical Group the evaluation starts with an unhurried conversation: we review your imaging (X-rays, MRIs), your history and your goals. If surgery is the best option, we coordinate pre-operative work-up and explain every stage before you decide. The surgery itself usually takes one to two hours, with a short hospital stay. Rehabilitation starts on day one: standing and taking your first supported steps is a normal part of the protocol.

Recovery: realistic timelines

Every patient is different, but as a general frame of reference: most people walk with support (walker or crutches) for the first few weeks, resume daily activities around six weeks, and keep building strength and mobility between three and six months. Consistent physical therapy is the factor that makes the biggest difference — which is why therapy is in the same clinic.

If you are traveling to Los Cabos for surgery

We regularly care for patients from the United States and Canada. Your evaluation can start online: send us your imaging via WhatsApp and we will orient you before you travel. Plan on staying several weeks for the surgery and the first stages of recovery; your surgeon will give you the exact calendar for your case. Recovering near the sea, with a bilingual team and personal follow-through, changes the experience.

This article is general information and does not replace a medical consultation. Book an evaluation for advice specific to your case.