Inside a Total Knee Replacement: What Actually Happens in the OR 🦴 This procedure transforms the lives of patients suffering from severe arthritis and knee pain. Here's what you're seeing: The Process: After careful planning and precise measurements, we remove the damaged cartilage and bone from the femur (thighbone), tibia (shinbone), and often the kneecap. These surfaces are then reshaped to fit the prosthetic components—typically made of metal alloys and medical-grade plastic that work toget