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… Overview Surgery is more common on the larger joints, … be replaced with man-made parts. But in the small joints of the hands and feet, it's …
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… Surgery Overview Total hip replacement is a … be best for you. How It Is Done Normal hip joint slide 1 of 6 < Prev Next > slide 1 … in leg length. Any difference is usually very small and can be corrected by using a shoe …
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… Surgery Overview Joint replacement involves … to replace the ends of bones in a damaged joint. This surgery creates new joint … of the joint and the ends of your bones. Osteoarthritis of the knee slide 2 of 6 < Prev …
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… happens when the cartilage that cushions your joints gradually breaks down. A joint is any … better with treatment, you may decide to have surgery. There is no cure for arthritis. But … become misshapen over time, especially the small joints of the hands and feet. If you …
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… Surgery Overview Osteotomy ("bone cutting") is … adds, a wedge of bone near a damaged joint. This shifts weight from an area where … there is more or healthier cartilage. In osteoarthritis , cartilage breakdown in the …
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… Arthritis: Should I Have Hip Replacement Surgery? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … your hip replaced. Continue to manage your joint pain and other symptoms with other … after any major surgery, there is always a small chance of a blood clot or a heart …
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… about them. Meniscus Tear: Should I Have Surgery? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … a tear may help you reduce the risk of other joint problems, such as osteoarthritis . … or scope—and surgical tools through small incisions. Surgery has risks, including …
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… Arthritis: Should I Have Knee Replacement Surgery? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … is a problem that affects all parts of the joint. For example, when cartilage breaks … But infection is rare. There is also a small risk of infection with any surgery. …
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… about them. ACL Injury: Should I Have Knee Surgery? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … , or you have broken bones within the knee joint. You are willing to complete a long … in one of the knee ligaments. It can be: A small or medium tear of the ligament (partial …
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… may make you feel better, reduce your joint pain, and make it easier for you to do your daily tasks. A common symptom of osteoarthritis is pain after activity, which … Exercise should be balanced with rest and joint care. If your joints hurt or you have …
