Joint replacement also called as Arthroplasty is a surgical procedure to replace a part of or the complete damaged joint with an artificial one. The new or replaced joint is designed to look, feel and function like the natural joint. The replacement of the complete joint is termed as total joint replacement, whereas if only part of the joint is replaced, it is termed as partial joint replacement.
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Severe pain and stiffness are the main symptoms of a knee, hip or shoulder that should be replaced or repaired. At the point when daily activities like walking, climbing steps, lifting or dressing become too difficult because of pain, your doctor might recommend replacement surgery. One of the most common causes for a joint replacement is osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis is a disease that damages the cartilage that assists joints move smoothly. When that cartilage breaks down, the bones in the joint start to rub against one another. This can lead to pain and stiffness.
The 3 main criteria which causes intense discomfort to patients and therefore opt for joint replacement are:
The complete procedure is conducted under general anesthesia. During the surgical procedure, the joint pain specialist in Vijayawada removes the damaged bone and cartilage from the joint and replaces it with artificial prosthesis made of metal, plastic or ceramic.
Joint replacement surgery involves two methods. One is the traditional procedure where a few inches long incision is made to perform the removal procedure. The second one is the minimally invasive technique where the surgical cut is smaller in size. The latter one is preferred by most surgeons to reduce blood loss and post-operative pain.
Gone are the days when joint replacement meant months of bed rest and recovery period. With medical advancements, the procedure itself has been simplified to a great extent and thereby decreasing the recovery time exponentially. Patients can start walking with help of supporting equipment within one day of the surgery. Durability of the joints have also improved, with right care, a replaced joint can last for more than two decades.
At Trust Joint Center, joint replacements are handled by experienced professionals who ensure that the patient is able to reclaim their lifestyle and live their golden years in a pain free and dependency free manner.
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