Is there a “right” stage of life for joint surgery? What age is too old, or too young, to undergo a joint replacement? This question has no definitive answers. Traditional medical opinions are changing, especially as more people are beginning to suffer from osteoarthritis and other degenerative joint diseases at earlier ages due to sedentary…
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Stretches for after a Hip Replacement
Total hip replacement is one of the most common surgical procedures performed. According to the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons, 193,000 procedures are done annually. The primary goal of the surgery is to decrease or eliminate pain so that you can get on with living your life. You can enhance your recovery process and eliminate your…
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Healing from a Hip Replacement: What to Expect
Hip replacement surgery is an advanced procedure that allows a surgeon to replace specific components, or even an entire hip, with artificial parts that closely mimic the form and function of a natural, healthy hip. Diseased or injured hips can be debilitatingly painful, and replacement is often the last option to relieve pain and restore…
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