Arthroscopic repair, ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, and joint replacement.
Knees absorb enormous strain every day — and even more if you're physically active. Many knee injuries respond to physical therapy and other non-invasive care, but some — like certain meniscal tears, ACL tears, and end-stage arthritis — cannot heal without surgery.
Dr. Kovack has developed techniques for minimally invasive, highly effective knee procedures that speed up recovery, lower the risk of complications, and reduce overall cost of care. When a patient does need surgery, we recommend the smallest, most motion-preserving operation that solves the underlying problem.
Dr. Thomas Kovack, M.D.
For partial and total knee replacement, Dr. Kovack uses CT-based pre-operative planning and an intraoperative robotic arm to position the implant within fractions of a millimeter of the plan. More accurate implant alignment translates to more natural motion and longer implant life.
Dr. Kovack uses regenerative medicine techniques — stem cell, bone marrow aspirate, and PRP therapies — to accelerate healing and improve function for many tendon, ligament, and cartilage injuries, either as a standalone treatment or alongside surgery.
Recovery depends on the procedure. Arthroscopic meniscal procedures usually allow return to work within 1–2 weeks. ACL reconstruction takes 6–9 months for full return to cutting sport. Total knee replacement: most patients walk with assistance within 24 hours, drive at 4–6 weeks, and return to most activities by 3 months, with continued improvement up to a year.
Book a consultation with Dr. Thomas Kovack at Advantage Orthopedics in Dublin, Ohio, or call our office to talk through next steps.
Thomas Kovack, D.O.
6670 Perimeter Dr, Suite 140