--- title: "Knee services at Sutter Health" description: "Get expert knee replacement care at Sutter Health with advanced surgical options to reduce pain, restore movement and improve your quality of life." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/knee" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Knee services # Knee services We offer complete knee care, from minor injuries and nonsurgical treatments to total joint replacement. [Find an orthopedic specialist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Orthopedic+Surgery%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals?facets=%7B%22c_relatedServices.name%22%3A%7B%2256%22%3A%7B%22value%22%3A%22Sports+Medicine%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%7D%7D%7D&verticalKey=healthcare_facilities) ## Why choose Sutter? Knee pain and injuries are the most common of all joint-related problems. Our teams provide a range of treatments to ease pain and restore movement, including nonsurgical options like physical therapy, cortisone injections, viscosupplementation, knee braces and exercises. If you’ve tried nonsurgical alternatives but you’re still dealing with an injury or severe arthritis, our orthopedic surgeons are here to help. We use the latest technologies to perform partial and total [knee replacement surgeries](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/knee-replacement) (also called knee arthroplasty). In addition, we offer minimally invasive procedures including robot-assisted surgery, which helps provide custom joints and faster healing. No matter which procedure you choose, your care will continue even when you enter recovery. At Sutter, you’ll have support from our rehabilitation team every step of the way as you rebuild strength and flexibility. ## By the numbers ### 350+ orthopedic doctors offer advanced pain management and state-of-the-art joint replacements for a faster recovery. ### 10,000+ joint replacements are performed each year at our hospitals. ### 4 top hospital rankings from U.S. News & World Report for knee replacement. ### 34 Joint Replacement Centers offer advanced treatment, recovery and education to get you back on your feet. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - ACL tear - [Arthritis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/arthritis-rheumatology) - Bursitis - Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome - Knee Dislocation - Knee Fracture - Meniscus tear - Osteoarthritis - Patellofemoral pain syndrome - [Tendonitis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/tendon-and-ligament-repair) ## Diagnostics - Blood test - CT scan - Knee arthroscopy - Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - Radionuclide Scan - Ultrasound - X-ray ## Treatments - Joint injections - Knee arthroscopy - Knee ligament reconstruction and realignment - [Knee replacement](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/knee-replacement) - Knee surgery - Meniscal surgery - Osteotomy - [Physical therapy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/physical-therapy) - Robotic Knee Replacement ![doctor-checks-the-condition-of-the-woman€™s-legs](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/women/doctor-checks-the-condition-of-the-womans-legs.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Hip and knee replacement outcomes View the latest statistics on our patients' hip and knee replacement surgery outcomes — which are better than the national average. [View joint replacement outcomes](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/quality-care/service-outcomes/orthopedic-outcomes) ![doctor-checks-the-condition-of-the-woman€™s-legs](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/women/doctor-checks-the-condition-of-the-womans-legs.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ![man-doing-physical-therapy-exercises](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/man-doing-physical-therapy-exercises.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Physical therapy and rehabilitation From treating sports injuries to chronic conditions, our physical therapists can help you improve strength, mobility and coordination. [View physical therapy services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/physical-therapy-and-rehabilitation) ![home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Comfortable in-between care When you're ready to leave the hospital but not yet ready to go home, our four inpatient rehab centers offer a safe and healthy place for your continued recovery. [View inpatient rehab services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/acute-inpatient-rehabilitation) ![home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/home-caregiver-helping-a-senior-man.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ![doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/men/doctors-team-are-analyzing-fracture-knee-model.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Musculoskeletal conditions research Musculoskeletal disorders cause pain or injuries in the joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves and tendons that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Research aims to improve treatment and prevent these issues, especially in the workplace. [View research](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Musculoskeletal+Disorders%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=clinical_trial) ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Help for Knee Pain](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/5-ways-to-ease-knee-pain) 5 ways to ease knee pain and regain mobility. Health & wellness ### [Keep Your Knees Healthy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/keep-your-knees-healthy) Follow this advice to avoid common knee injuries. Health & wellness ### [Knee Pain Self-Care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/knee-pain-self-care) Follow this advice to treat common causes of knee pain. ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Bones%2C+joints+and+muscles%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Class ### [Integrative Approach to Back Pain](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a921393a2df098eb8ae55e3/) Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Integrative chiropractor Scott Larsen shares his approach to back pain, exploring movement, posture, and inflammation to help patients understand and find relief. - Class ### [Finding Relief from Mast Cell Overactivity (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a922c3193564e6106f484c5/) Thursday, December 10, 2026 Join integrative physician Andy Luckett, MD, to learn about mast cell and histamine disorders, what may cause their dysfunction, and integrative approaches that may help ease symptoms. - Class ### [Support for Long Covid (Virtual)](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a90877c0575e282ad31f561/) Thursday, October 29, 2026 In this 4-part series, join others facing the challenges of Long Covid to learn about integrative strategies to facilitate your healing. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Bones%2C+joints+and+muscles%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### Advanced Orthopedic Surgery Transforms Lives ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/advanced-orthopedic-surgery-transforms-lives-1042868388) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## Move more with less knee pain Get care at Sutter to help improve strength, reduce discomfort and support everyday movement. 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