Studies show that obese patients are more likely to experience serious complications both during and after joint replacement surgery. If you need help losing weight and lowering your BMI before joint replacement surgery, talk to your primary care doctor.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Most hospitals and surgery centers use this important checklist—or a variation of it—to improve safety and outcomes for their patients.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Most total knee replacements are very successful. Over time, however, a knee replacement can wear out or fail for different reasons. These cases require a revision surgery to replace the original knee implant components.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Most total hip replacements are very successful. Over time, however, a hip replacement can wear out or fail for different reasons. These cases require a revision surgery to replace the original hip implant components.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Any infection in your body can spread to your joint replacement. This video explains how joint replacement infection may occur in the wound or deep around the prosthesis. It may happen while in the hospital or after you go home.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
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Before joint replacement surgery, you will need time to prepare, both physically and psychologically. Planning ahead for the challenges of surgery and recovery will help ensure a more successful outcome. These tips will help you get ready for your surgery.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
If simple treatments like medications and using walking supports no longer relieve knee arthritis symptoms, you may want to consider surgery. Knee replacement surgery is an effective procedure to relieve pain, correct leg deformity, and help you resume everyday activities.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
If your hip has been damaged by arthritis, a fracture, or other conditions, common activities such as walking or getting in and out of a chair may be painful and difficult. Total hip replacement is an effective procedure that can help you get back to enjoying everyday activities.| orthoinfo.aaos.org