How Old is Too Old for a Total Knee Replacement?
Is there an age where orthopedic surgeons will not do a knee replacement surgery? Dr. Dan Albright of the Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic discusses how old is too old for knee replacement surgery.
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What Is The Best Hip Replacement Surgery?
Hip replacement surgery is an invasive orthopedic procedure where the damaged hip bone along with some soft tissue and muscle is removed and replaced with an implant. The operation relieves pain and improves movement helping patients resume their normal daily activities.
What are My Alternatives to Hip Replacement Surgery?
If you have hip pain, hip replacement surgery is not usually the first course of action. In this video Dr. Dan Albright from the Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic in Raleigh, NC discusses what you should do before considering surgery.
What Does It Feel Like When You Need A Hip Replacement?
There are signs a patient may experience that indicate hip arthritis or an impaired hip joint which should be treated by hip replacement surgery.
Obesity and total joint arthroplasty: Time to examine needs in a different light
The prevalence of obesity in the general population is increasing. Obesity is estimated to affect approximately one-third of adults in the United States. It is estimated that 6.1 million patients who undergo total joint arthroplasty will be obese by 2040.
Improvements in ACL surgery may help prevent knee osteoarthritis
Injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee frequently leads to early-onset osteoarthritis, a painful condition that can occur even if the patient has undergone ACL reconstruction to prevent its onset.
Surgical Options for Knee Replacement Surgery
Knee replacement surgery is a practical option for treatment when a patient's knee does not respond to medication and other forms of treatment. The surgical types of knee replacement are: Total knee replacement or Partial knee replacement.
What are the Options for Knee Injections vs. Knee Replacement?
Osteoarthritis (OA), a chronic condition that causes the cartilage between the joints to wear out, is the most prominent form of arthritis. The absence of cushion causes bones to rub and grind together, causing swelling, stiffness, and pain. Doctors may prescribe physical therapy, a knee brace, or oral medication. However, if a patent continues to experience severe pain, swelling or extensive joint damage, knee injections or a full knee replacement is recommended.
Factors that Influence Hip and Knee Replacement Outcomes
Hip and knee replacement is one of the most widely performed surgical procedures in the world.
2 Scoring Methods That Help Evaluate Total Hip Arthroplasty Outcomes
After a patient has undergone hip replacement surgery, two tools can be used to measure the function and pain the patient is experiencing. These scoring methods are The Harris Hip Score (HHS) and The Oxford Hip Score (OHS).
