{"id":1636,"date":"2025-12-25T09:53:58","date_gmt":"2025-12-25T09:53:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sarkarhospital.in\/?page_id=1636"},"modified":"2025-12-25T10:11:12","modified_gmt":"2025-12-25T10:11:12","slug":"joint-replacement","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sarkarhospital.in\/?page_id=1636","title":{"rendered":"JOINT REPLACEMENT"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGERY<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Overview<\/strong><\/h3>

Joint replacement surgery<\/strong> is a highly effective procedure designed to relieve severe joint pain, restore mobility, and improve quality of life in patients suffering from advanced joint damage. The surgery involves removing a damaged or worn-out joint and replacing it with an artificial implant (prosthesis).<\/p>

This procedure is recommended when pain and stiffness significantly interfere with daily activities and non-surgical treatments such as medication, injections, or physiotherapy no longer provide relief.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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UNDERSTANDING JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGERY<\/strong><\/h3>

Joint replacement aims to:<\/p>

  • Reduce or eliminate chronic joint pain<\/p><\/li>

  • Improve joint function and movement<\/p><\/li>

  • Restore independence and mobility<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

    Modern joint replacement procedures use advanced implants and minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery and long-lasting results.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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    CONDITIONS THAT MAY REQUIRE JOINT REPLACEMENT<\/strong><\/h3>

    Common medical conditions leading to joint replacement include:<\/p>

    • Osteoarthritis:<\/strong> Degeneration of joint cartilage causing pain, stiffness, and reduced movement<\/p><\/li>

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis:<\/strong> Autoimmune inflammation damaging joints over time<\/p><\/li>

    • Post-Traumatic Arthritis:<\/strong> Joint damage following fractures or injuries<\/p><\/li>

    • Avascular Necrosis:<\/strong> Loss of blood supply to bone causing joint collapse<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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      TYPES OF JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGERY<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Total Hip Replacement (THR)<\/h4>

      Replacement of the damaged hip joint with a prosthetic implant. Commonly performed for severe hip arthritis or fractures.<\/p>

      Total Knee Replacement (TKR)<\/h4>

      Damaged knee surfaces are replaced with artificial components to restore movement and relieve pain.<\/p>

      Shoulder Replacement<\/h4>

      Includes total or partial shoulder replacement, often used in arthritis or severe rotator cuff injuries.<\/p>

      Elbow Replacement<\/h4>

      Recommended for patients with advanced arthritis or complex elbow joint damage.<\/p>

      Ankle Replacement<\/h4>

      Used for end-stage ankle arthritis to relieve pain while preserving joint motion.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      THE JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGICAL PROCESS<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Preoperative Preparation<\/h4>

      • Detailed medical evaluation and imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT scan)<\/p><\/li>

      • Blood tests and fitness assessment<\/p><\/li>

      • Medication adjustments and physiotherapy guidance<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

        Anesthesia<\/h4>

        • General anesthesia or regional anesthesia depending on patient condition and joint involved<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

          Surgical Procedure<\/h4>

          • Removal of damaged bone and cartilage<\/p><\/li>

          • Placement of prosthetic joint<\/p><\/li>

          • Proper alignment and fixation of implant<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

            Postoperative Care<\/h4>

            • Pain control and wound care<\/p><\/li>

            • Early mobilization and physiotherapy<\/p><\/li>

            • Hospital stay of a few days depending on recovery<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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              RECOVERY AND REHABILITATION<\/strong><\/h5>
              Hospital Recovery<\/h5>

              • Monitoring vital signs<\/p><\/li>

              • Pain management<\/p><\/li>

              • Initiation of physiotherapy<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                Physical Therapy<\/h5>

                • Strengthening muscles<\/p><\/li>

                • Improving joint movement and balance<\/p><\/li>

                • Continued for weeks to months<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                  Home Care<\/h5>

                  • Assistance with daily activities<\/p><\/li>

                  • Following weight-bearing and movement instructions<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                    Long-Term Recovery<\/h5>

                    • Full recovery may take several months<\/p><\/li>

                    • Regular follow-ups ensure implant health and joint function<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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