Is Joint Replacement Right For Me?
If you're suffering with stiff, painful joints caused by severe arthritis, even small tasks can feel like monumental challenges. And while medication or physical therapy may help ease your pain, sometimes surgery may be your best solution for long-term relief.
The orthopedic surgeons on the medical staff at Sharon Regional specialize in total joint replacement of the hip and knee, a procedure in which injured or diseased joints are replaced with man-made components. Hundreds of thousands of people have hip and knee replacement each year, with success rates of 98 and 96 percent respectively, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. In addition to relieving pain, these procedures can enhance mobility and function, and help you rediscover the active life you love.
Am I Candidate for Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery?
Orthopedic surgeons at Sharon offer a wide range of joint replacement options, including minimally invasive techniques, which often offer less pain and faster recovery.
You may qualify for a life-changing procedure if:
- You have tried everything else. Supplements, over-the-counter medication, joint injections - you name it, you've tried it, and your joints still hurt.
- Everyday tasks are becoming more difficult. Even something as simple as getting out of bed makes you ache, much less walking up and down stairs, being moderately physically active, or keeping up with your children or grandchildren.
- You are otherwise in good health. Age is not usually a consideration when choosing whether or not to have a joint replaced - there is no upper age limit, and younger patients may find that their new joint is a lifelong solution to arthritis pain. The most important concern is whether you are healthy enough to undergo the surgical procedure, which typically has a relatively low rate of complications.
Don't Live with Pain. See a Joint Replacement Specialist.
Sharon Regional's Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center provides joint replacement solutions for residents of Shenango and Mahoning Valley and our surrounding Northwestern Pennsylvania and Northeastern Ohio communities.
Call (724) 769-4366 or find an orthopedic surgeon to see if a procedure can help you enjoy a new lease on life.
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