Knee pain or instability can make it difficult to walk, exercise, work, or participate in the activities you enjoy. At Princeton Brain, Spine & Orthopedics, our orthopedic team evaluates knee injuries and degenerative conditions with a focus on identifying the source of your symptoms and explaining the treatment options available. Our broader services and treatments include orthopedic, sports medicine, surgical, and rehabilitative care for patients throughout New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania.
Treatment depends on the condition affecting your knee, its severity, your activity level, and how your symptoms are affecting daily life. When surgery is appropriate, our orthopedic specialists offer procedures ranging from arthroscopic treatment and ligament or meniscus repair to knee replacement. The goal is to address the underlying problem while helping you restore stability, mobility, and function.
ACL/PCL Reconstruction
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) are important stabilizing structures within the knee, and tears can cause pain, swelling, instability, or difficulty returning to physical activity. ACL/PCL reconstruction may be recommended when a significant ligament injury causes ongoing instability, with the damaged ligament replaced by a graft to help restore knee stability and function.
Jiffy Knee™
Jiffy Knee™ is a muscle-sparing total knee replacement technique offered at Princeton Brain, Spine & Orthopedics by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Paul Codjoe. Unlike approaches that require cutting through portions of the quadriceps or related tendon structures to access the knee joint, the Jiffy Knee™ technique is designed to preserve the quadriceps muscle, VMO tendon, and surrounding soft tissues by gently moving these structures aside during surgery.
Preserving these tissues may support a more comfortable rehabilitation and earlier return to mobility for appropriate patients. Dr. Codjoe evaluates each patient’s knee damage, overall health, activity level, and goals to determine whether Jiffy Knee™ is an appropriate approach to total knee replacement.
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows an orthopedic surgeon to examine and treat structures inside the knee through small incisions. Arthroscopy may be used for certain meniscus injuries, cartilage damage, loose fragments, and other joint problems, with treatment selected based on your symptoms, examination findings, and diagnostic imaging.
Knee Replacement
When arthritis or severe joint damage causes persistent pain and loss of function despite conservative treatment, knee replacement may be considered. During surgery, damaged joint surfaces are replaced with prosthetic components, and your orthopedic specialist will consider your pain, mobility, response to previous treatment, medical history, and goals before recommending the procedure.
Meniscus Repair
The meniscus is cartilage that helps cushion the knee and distribute forces across the joint, and a tear can cause pain, swelling, catching, or difficulty moving the knee. When the tear pattern and location make preservation possible, meniscus repair may be performed to reconnect the damaged tissue and support healing, with treatment based on the type of tear, your activity level, and the condition of the surrounding knee.
Why Choose Princeton Brain, Spine & Orthopedics for Knee Care?
Knee problems can affect athletes, active adults, injured workers, and patients dealing with progressive joint wear, so treatment needs can vary considerably. Princeton Brain, Spine & Orthopedics combines orthopedic, sports medicine, and rehabilitative care within one multidisciplinary practice, allowing knee treatment to account for both the immediate condition and the patient’s longer-term mobility and activity goals.
Whether care involves rehabilitation, arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction, or joint replacement, our team focuses on explaining what the procedure is intended to address and how it fits into the larger recovery plan. Patients throughout New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania can expect a care model centered on clinical judgment, education, and helping them return to the level of function that matters in their daily lives.
Move Forward With a Clear Knee Treatment Plan
Persistent knee pain, swelling, or instability does not always mean surgery is necessary, but it does deserve a careful evaluation. Princeton Brain, Spine & Orthopedics can help identify what is affecting your knee and explain the treatment options that fit your condition and goals.
Call (888) 741-7272 or contact Princeton Brain, Spine & Orthopedics to request an appointment and learn more about knee care in Mercer County.
