FAQs

Ans. The non-surgical treatment options include rest, medications including analgesics and antibiotics, injections, and physical/occupational therapy.

Ans. Getting full range of motion, strength, and flexibility back after surgery usually takes time. That is where pre-operative exercise, education, and post-operative physical therapy programs come in – to ensure you are physically and emotionally prepared for surgery and to maximize your recovery after surgery.

Ans. As with any surgery, risks include reactions to anesthesia, bleeding, infection, stiffness and nerve damage. Your doctor will discuss the risks associated with your specific procedure.

Ans. This varies depending on the type of procedure undergone, and can range from a few days to a few months. Return to all activities, sports and exercise can take up to four to six months. Your doctor will advise you depending on your particular health condition.

Ans. Some complications of not undergoing an orthopaedic surgery for your condition include pain, loss of joint motion, joint weakness, numbness and an early onset of arthritis.

Ans. The most common orthopaedic injuries are sprains and strains, fractures, and dislocations. Injuries can occur when playing indoor or outdoor sports or while exercising. Sports injuries can result from accidents, inadequate training, improper use of protective devices, or insufficient stretching or warm-up exercises.

Ans. The pain should decrease in stages beginning about 2 to 3 weeks after surgery.After about 3 months, the pain and twinges should disappear.

Ans. The typical joint replacement patient will continue to perform their exercises for at least 4 to 6 weeks. The key to a quicker recovery is a positive attitude!

Ans. It should not affect any other arthritic joints.
Your other knee or hip might feel better now that the new joint can share the stress of walking.

Ans. The replacement parts include a metal shaft placed in the thigh bone, topped with a metal or ceramic ball. The worn pelvic socket is relined with high density plastic, metal or ceramic.

Ans. The replacement parts are comprised of a metal component placed onto the bottom end of the thigh bone, a metal and high density plastic component attached to the top of the shin bone and, if needed, a plastic button-like device fitted to the underside of the kneecap.