High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO) is a surgical procedure used to treat osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee

High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO) is a surgical procedure used to treat osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee, specifically:

1. *Medial compartment OA*: HTO helps realign the knee, reducing pressure on the damaged medial compartment.

2. *Varus deformity*: HTO corrects the bowlegged alignment, which can contribute to OA progression.

HTO benefits for OA treatment:

1. *Pain relief*: By reducing pressure on the damaged joint surface.

2. *Improved knee function*: Allowing for more comfortable walking, standing, and daily activities.

3. *Delayed knee replacement*: HTO can postpone or even eliminate the need for knee replacement surgery.

4. *Preservation of joint*: HTO helps maintain the natural joint, avoiding the need for artificial implants.

Ideal candidates for HTO as an OA treatment:

1. *Younger patients* (under 60)

2. *Active patients*

3. *Medial compartment OA*

4. *Varus deformity*

5. *No severe patellofemoral OA*

However, HTO may not be suitable for:

1. *Severe OA*

2. *Lateral compartment OA*

3. *Patellofemoral OA*

4. *Older patients* (over 70)

5. *Inactive patients*

Consult an orthopedic surgeon to discuss the benefits and risks of HTO as an OA treatment and determine if it's the right procedure for your specific condition.