According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), total joint replacement (TJR) is one of the most common surgical procedures done in the US. The most common type of total joint replacement is total knee replacement. Elbow replacements are less common, but many people suffering from arthritis or an injury to the elbow get…
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5 Things to Know About Elbow Replacement
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Tips for Recovering from Total Hip Replacement
According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, more than 300,000 total hip replacements are performed each year in the United States. That means a lot of people go through recovery after surgery. After surgery, your recovery will begin at the hospital, where you’ll be for 2 or 3 days. During that time you…
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What is the Best Age for Knee Replacement Surgery?
Many Americans suffer from knee pain that affects their daily lives. Knee pain is usually caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or damage from a traumatic accident. For some people, treating knee problems with joint replacement surgery is a viable option. This is especially true if other treatments have not provided sufficient relief. Knee replacement can…