Hip replacement surgery offers an effective solution to regain your mobility and enhance your quality of life. For those grappling with hip pain and considering this treatment, it is essential to understand hip replacement surgery and how it can help you. As you consider the procedure, let us guide you through what you need to
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Common Orthopedic Problems as You Get Older
When people age, their body systems age, too, and that includes the musculoskeletal system. Bones become weaker, muscles are less lean, and you may experience a decrease in your overall speed and movement. These changes contribute to the increased risk of falls and injuries. Aging is a part of life, but you can decrease your
Read MoreJoint Replacement Done a Lot Easier
The advances in joint replacement technology and techniques have made joint replacement procedures more common than ever before. The age spectrum is becoming broader and broader among those who can have these procedures done successfully. Joint replacement is also now much easier for patients, as an increasing number of orthopedic surgeons now offer minimally invasive
Read More9 Types of Physical Therapy Explained
Physical therapy is a crucial component of any orthopedic condition’s recovery process, whether you’re facing a disorder, disability, disease, or injury. Physical therapists use a variety of techniques and methods to help patients get better. Here are nine types of physical therapy that you may find useful for your orthopedic recovery. Exercise Exercise is a
Read MoreWhat to expect from a joint replacement?
Joint replacement surgery is a common orthopedic procedure performed hundreds of thousands of times each year. It involves inserting prostheses (artificial pieces) in a joint when the natural joint can no longer function as it was originally intended. When Is a Joint Replacement Necessary? Joint replacement surgery becomes necessary when other treatment solutions no longer
Read MoreIs an Artificial Joint Right for You?
The term “replacement” can be a little misleading when it comes to someone undergoing joint replacement surgery, where the ends of the bones are removed or resurfaced and are replaced with an artificial joint. By definition, an artificial joint is a prosthesis or prosthetic joint, made of plastic, ceramic or metal, which is implanted to
Read MoreGet Better Joint Replacement Results by Following These Steps
Joints can be damaged by arthritis and other diseases, injuries, or other causes. Arthritis or simply years of use can cause the joint to wear down until the protective cartilage is all gone. This can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling. Diseases and damage inside a joint can limit blood flow, causing problems in the bones,
Read MoreThe Advantages of Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement
Have you ever been in so much pain and so stiff that you have trouble with your mobility? Well, that could be due to your joints. Joints can become damaged by arthritis, degenerative conditions, or injuries. Arthritis or simply years of use may cause a lot of wear and tear on your joints, causing pain,
Read MoreJoint Health: Avoiding Joint Replacement Surgery
Have you ever experienced so much pain and stiffness that you have trouble with your mobility? Well, that could be due to your joints wearing down. Joints can be damaged by arthritis, degenerative conditions, or injuries. Arthritis or simply years of use may cause a lot of wear and tear on your joints, leading to
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