Total Joint Replacement Procedures

Millions of us struggle with pain and loss of motion because of joint damage caused by arthritis or other injuries. If other treatments fail to offer relief, you may wonder about turning in your worn-out joints for new ones.

Although surgery may not be a first treatment option, if you are a candidate for total joint replacement or arthroplasty, the results of the surgery are good to excellent for more than 90 percent of people, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). They get relief from pain and can resume normal daily activities.

We offer total joint replacement for all the major joints:

Should you have surgery?

Joint replacement should be a final step in treatment. More conservative treatments are generally recommended prior to joint replacement.

Those other treatments include using pain medication, losing weight to ease stress on the joint, and reducing physical activities that cause pain. Doctors also may suggest exercises to keep muscles and joints flexible, promote fitness, and strengthen muscles that support damaged joints.