Even though Dr. Botero uses the latest surgical techniques that reduce recovery time and helps patients get back on their feet much sooner after a knee replacement procedure, patients aren’t going to be able to do all their normal activities the day after surgery. If your spouse, a parent or a
Why Anterior Is Superior When It Comes To Hip Replacement
When it comes to surgically replacing a hip joint, there are two standard methods - the anterior and posterior approach. The posterior approach was the standard approach for the longest time, but there are significant benefits to using the improved anterior approach, which is what Dr. Botero
Home Care Strategies After Partial Knee Replacement
Partial knee replacement can be just what a patient needs to put their knee pain in the past and get back to the activities they love, but the operation itself is only part of the total recovery equation. How you care for your knee while you’re recovering at home is just as important to your
Why Younger Patients Are Pursuing Hip Replacement Surgery
When you hear the term “hip replacement,” you probably picture a retiree getting ready to have their hip replaced with an artificial hip. We certainly help a number of patients in their 60s and 70s, but over the last decade we’ve seen a sizable shift in the age of the patient who is walking into our
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The Risks Of Knee Surgery And How We Work To Prevent Complications
All surgeries carry risks, but more invasive surgeries like joint replacement operations tend to carry a few more potential complications than other corrective procedures. The good news is that we’re well versed in all the possible complications and we know how to greatly reduce your risks. In
How Long Does A Hip Or Knee Replacement Last?
One of the most common questions we receive when consulting with patients about their potential hip or knee replacement operation surrounds the durability of the implant and how long they can expect the joint to last. There’s no straight answer, and a number of different factors help to determine
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