Bones/Joints And Sports Injuries

Here are some frequently asked questions related to hip replacement: Q: If I decide to have a total hip replacement, how many years will it last? A: New materials used in total hip replacement are very durable and are expected to last greater than ten years in 90% of individuals receiving total hips. The chance of […]

Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to hip replacement: Individuals suffering from a variety of hip problems can benefit from total hip replacement especially when pain results from wear and tear, disease, and injury. Following total hip replacement, most people are up and around walking to some degree the day

Here are definitions of medical terms related to hip replacement: acetabulum: The cup-shaped cavity or socket at the base of the hipbone where the ball-shaped head of the femur fits. ambulating: To walk from place to place; move about. arthrodesis: The surgical immobilization of a joint so that the bones grow solidly together. arthroplasty: An artificial joint or implant.

A hip replacement  is a surgical procedure that replaces the painful hip joint with an artificial hip joint. In a hip replacement, the head of the femur (the bone that extends from the hip to the knee) is removed along with the surface layer of the socket in which it rests (called the acetabulum). The head

The General Exam Prior To Surgery. Because in most cases the patient is admitted to the hospital the morning of the surgery, the person will be scheduled for an appointment for preadmission testing several days to a few weeks before surgery usually consisting of: Blood work/Urine test – A complete blood count may be determined to

Once the anesthetic has been given and the patient prepared: the damaged joint surfaces are removed. An incision approximately eight inches in length is made on the front of the knee. The damaged joint surfaces are removed from all 3 bones making up the knee joint. Sometimes, depending on the surgeon, the back of the

Exercising the knee and leg muscles following surgery is extremely important to the success of the total knee replacement. Exercises aim to quickly regain increasing motion in the knee following surgery, prevent muscle loss, which is inevitable after surgery, rebuild the muscle strength and prevent stiffness of the new knee joint. It is important therefore,

Once you are discharged from the hospital, a nurse, physical therapist, and possibly an occupational therapist will likely see you for in-home treatment. This is to ensure your are safe in and about your home. Home health varies from one to several visits for a safety check and review of an exercise program. In some

Immediately after surgery there may be mild discomfort due to the operation itself. Pain medication is given to lessen any pain. However, the pain rapidly subsides and the person notices that they no longer suffer from the longstanding pain of arthritis they have endured for so many years The healing phase will last approximately three

The most significant feature following total knee replacement is relief from long-standing pain of arthritis. Most individuals proclaim they have dramatically improved by about six weeks, however progress continues well beyond that point. Here are several guidelines to follow when returning to work and recreational activities: Work A sedentary or less physically demanding job may

Contact your doctor: If there is unrelenting significant pain in the knee. If the surgical incision becomes warm, red, or appears to have an opening or drainage. If swelling persists/increases. If either of the calf regions become swollen and painful or tender to the touch. If you become generally warm and ill feeling. If chest pain or coughing develop without cause

Here are some frequently asked questions related to knee replacement: Q: How soon following total knee replacement should I be able to progress to walking independently? A: The speed with which a person is able to discontinue the use of crutches, walker or cane varies from individual to individual. The majority of people require only a