A joint replacement is performed to replace all or part of a damaged joint, such as that typically diagnosed in advanced-stage osteoarthritis. The joint will be repaired using prosthetic materials. A total joint replacement surgery will be recommended if no part of the joint can be salvaged; a partial replacement can be performed if some…
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What Is Arthroscopy Surgery?
Surgery remains to be a useful technique for treating several joint problems, especially those that involve mechanical damage to the joints. However, traditional operations require large incisions that result in longer recovery time, significantly more pain for the patient, and other side effects. Advances in joint surgery have led to the arthroscope, a specialized device…