Knee replacement surgery is a major undertaking, and because of this, you want to do everything in your power to avoid some of the potential obstacles to a successful surgery. No surgery and recovery goes perfectly every single time, but if you are aware of some of the common pitfalls, you can
5 Tips For Healthy Sleep After A Knee Or Hip Replacement
There are a number of ways that you can help your body become stronger after a joint replacement procedure, and while the bulk of the attention may be paid to your physical therapy program, there are other aspects of your daily schedule that can help or hinder your recovery. One of those aspects is
8 Great Gift Ideas For Someone Undergoing Knee Replacement Surgery
If a friend or family member is slated to undergo a knee replacement procedure, you may be wondering if there is anything you can get them to show that you’re thinking of them and want the best for their operation and recovery. Every person is different, but considering we know what goes into knee
Free Yourself From The Burden Of Knee Or Hip Pain
Millions of people around the world undergo a knee or hip replacement procedure every year, and the vast majority quickly realize just how much their joint discomfort was holding them back. Recently, a study took a closer look at the preoperative burden of knee and hip pain, and the results show
How To Increase Mobility In Your New Knee
A knee replacement procedure can decrease pain and greatly increase function in your knee, but you won’t be able to restore strength and mobility in your knee simply by laying in bed and letting healing run its course. If you want to increase mobility and decrease stiffness in your new artificial
How To Avoid A Dislocation After Hip Replacement Surgery
A hip replacement procedure can alleviate pain and help you regain mobility and independence, but you can’t won’t be able to manipulate your hip in any direction you please. If you move incorrectly or put too much strain on your artificial hip while it is in a compromised position, it can cause the
Controlling BMI Is Important Ahead Of Partial Knee Replacement
Controlling your weight before and after knee replacement surgery is important no matter what type of surgery you undergo, but new research suggests that it’s especially important if you are considering partial knee replacement surgery. A recent study published in The Journal of Bone & Joint
The Timing Of Knee Replacement Surgery
If you’re dealing with significant knee discomfort and conservative techniques have failed to help you find relief, the next logical step in the process is joint replacement surgery. Recently, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
