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Joint Replacement

Joint Replacement Surgery 

Joint replacement surgery is often performed by the joint replacement doctor when other treatments that comprise medication and physical therapy have not helped the patient to ascertain relief from the joint pain. It is considered as the last line treatment. The surgery is deemed highly effective in providing relief from joint pain, correcting a deformity and assisting the patient to regain proper mobility in joints, physical ability and quality of life. The procedure may include hip surgery, knee surgery, shoulder surgery and other joint replacement treatment. The joint replacement surgery eliminates impaired or diseased part of the joint and replaces it with the artificial or man-made parts.

Joint Replacement Procedure

During the joint replacement procedure, the joint replacement Doctor in Tirupati removes the abnormal bone and lining structures of the joint, and in place of that, new artificial parts are inserted through surgery. The artificial parts which are introduced in place of the impaired parts are made up of special metal or plastic or special kinds of the carbon-coated implant material. When the new artificial parts are fixed and aligned in the places, it allows the joint to move and work effectively like again with little or no pain.

Recovery from the surgery by joint Replacement Doctor in Tirupati

It is almost imperative to remain under the observation and supervision of a trained hand therapist. The therapist should take over after the surgery is accomplished by the Joint Replacement Doctor in Tirupati, usually for several months. In some cases, special splints are utilized depending on which joint is replaced and how the surgery was done. The physical therapy will help you to strengthen the joints and increase mobility. Following the instruction of the therapist and doctor at home is also essential for appropriate recovery.  

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