Joint replacement surgeries, while effective in improving joint function, can lead to post-operative pain due to surgical incisions, tissue trauma, and manipulation during the procedure. Managing pain after a total joint replacement is crucial to promote healing, facilitate rehabilitation, and enhance the overall recovery process. Orthopedic surgeons typically prescribe a combination of pain management techniques […]
Total Joint Replacement in Watertown
How to Prepare for Total Joint Replacement
A total joint replacement or total joint arthroplasty is a surgical procedure in which your damaged or worn joint (either due to arthritis or traumatic injury) is surgically removed and replaced with a new artificial joint. Whether you’re getting a new knee, hip, or shoulder joint, preparing for your total joint replacement surgery can significantly […]
How Long Does It Take to Recover from Total Joint Replacement?
Total joint replacement is a major procedure that involves surgically correcting a damaged joint by removing damaged bone and cartilage and replacing it with an artificial joint. This type of surgery has become increasingly common over the years, and many patients have questions about what it entails, such as how long it takes to recover […]
Tips to Prepare for a Total Joint Replacement Surgery
If you have severe arthritis, a sports-related orthopedic issue, or have suffered a traumatic injury to a joint, you may be a candidate for a joint replacement surgery (arthroplasty). While total joint replacement surgery is highly successful for most patients, careful preoperative prep can speed up your healing, rehabilitation, and long-term success of these amazing […]
Activities to Avoid After Total Joint Replacement
Having a total joint replacement brings new challenges and opportunities. While you are thrilled to finally be able to take on new activities after having your joint replaced, you should be careful with certain activities to avoid reinjure or too much strain on your new joint. Let’s talk about some activities that should be avoided […]
