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What Is Anterior Hip Replacement and How Does it Work?

Anterior hip replacement is a minimally invasive approach that offers numerous benefits, including faster recovery, reduced pain, and improved mobility. Read on if you’re looking for an effective way to regain your independence and quality of life.

Mar 2nd, 2025

Am I a Good Candidate For Partial Knee Replacement?

Suppose osteoarthritis only affects part of your knee and your ligaments are healthy. You might benefit from partial knee replacement surgery. Check out this alternative to total joint replacement and see if it’s right for you.

Feb 11th, 2025

Hip Replacement vs. Hip Preservation Surgery: Understanding the Differences

Surgery relieves severe joint pain and dysfunction, but factors like age, activity levels, and symptom severity are critical to deciding between hip replacement and hip preservation. Consult our handy guide to learn how these procedures differ.

Jan 9th, 2025

5 Bad Habits That Are Slowly Destroying Your Hips

Unless you’re an athlete or yoga enthusiast, you might not think about your hips much from day to day, but these large joints carry a lot of your body weight and rarely get any rest. Here’s how to avoid the bad habits that could damage your hips.

Dec 16th, 2024

Do This Now If You Want to Have Healthy Knees Later

Are you doing enough to protect your knees for the future? Learn five effective ways to keep your knees in tip-top shape. Plus, discover what to do if knee pain is already affecting your life.

Nov 8th, 2024

Helping a Loved One Recover from Hip Replacement

Not sure how to support your loved one after hip replacement surgery? Don’t worry; we have you covered. Here’s what you need to know and our top tips for creating a comfortable, healthy recovery.   

Oct 18th, 2024

Am I Too Young for Joint Replacement?

Are you under 50 and struggling with chronic joint pain that’s limiting your daily activities and affecting your quality of life? Joint replacement surgery might be the solution. Keep reading to learn whether it could be the right option.   

Sep 17th, 2024

4 Telltale Signs of a Periprosthetic Fracture

Noticing unusual pain or changes around your replaced joint? It could be a periprosthetic fracture. Keep reading to discover the four telltale signs of this condition and why timely treatment is key for getting back on your feet.

Aug 13th, 2024

How Long Until I Can Work Out After a Total Knee Replacement?

Are you wondering when you can get back to your workout routine after a total knee replacement? Read on to learn what to expect during recovery and why getting personalized guidance is so important.

Jul 26th, 2024

Chronic Hip Pain in My 30s: What Are My Options?

Is persistent hip pain disrupting your active 30-something lifestyle? Understanding the root cause and exploring treatment can be your first step toward relief. Find out how to manage this common but challenging issue.

Jun 7th, 2024

5 Essential Benefits of Minimally Invasive Joint Surgery

Are you thinking about joint surgery but worried about the recovery process? Take a moment to learn how minimally invasive techniques have changed the process with faster healing, less scarring, and more.

Apr 17th, 2024

Periacetabular Osteotomy: Your Complete Guide to an Optimal Recovery

Facing hip surgery can be scary, but having a roadmap to your recovery makes the process smoother. Keep reading to learn how to prepare so you get the best possible outcome after periacetabular osteotomy.

Apr 2nd, 2024

How Long Does It Take for a Periprosthetic Fracture to Heal?

When you break a bone around the prosthetic components after a joint replacement, you have what’s called a periprosthetic fracture. Here’s a look at what it takes to recover from this injury and how we can help.

Mar 1st, 2024

5 Telltale Signs It's Time to Consider Hip Replacement Surgery

Every year, almost a half million American adults have a total hip replacement, which dramatically reduces pain, increases mobility, and restores your overall quality of life. So when is it time to consider this surgery? Keep reading to find out.

Feb 2nd, 2024

5 Symptoms That May Indicate a Hip Fracture

Are you noticing severe pain in your hip or groin area, especially after a fall? This might be more than a minor injury. Discover five key symptoms that may point to a hip fracture and what you should do if you’re experiencing them.

Jan 16th, 2024

How Does Minimally Invasive Surgery Treat Arthritis?

Have you been diagnosed with arthritis and wonder if surgery would be helpful? Minimally invasive surgery could be the solution. Keep reading to learn how modern surgical techniques offer big benefits with minimal trauma.

Dec 4th, 2023

Four Advantages of an Anterior Hip Replacement

Are you considering hip replacement surgery? The surgical method can make a big difference in what you experience throughout your hip replacement journey. Here’s a look at four major advantages of an anterior hip replacement.

Nov 2nd, 2023

What Will My Recovery Be Like After My Partial Knee Replacement?

Are you considering a partial knee replacement and wondering what the road to recovery after this surgery looks like? Take a moment as we dive into this procedure and share expert insights on the healing process.

Oct 2nd, 2023

Understanding the Conditions Hip Preservation Surgery Can Prevent

Are you battling hip discomfort or limited mobility? Explore the common conditions that can affect your hip health and learn about an innovative surgical solution that can preserve your natural joint and prevent further complications.

Sep 1st, 2023

How Young Is Too Young for a Total Hip Replacement?

Regardless of your age, injury or disease can make a hip replacement a necessity. Take a moment to learn if you’re ever too young for a total hip replacement and how to know when the time is right for this important surgery.

Jul 4th, 2023

5 Benefits of Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery

When your knee condition doesn’t improve with medications and other nonsurgical therapies, minimally invasive knee surgery may be an option. Learn how this type of surgery can help improve your condition while offering key benefits.

Jun 1st, 2023

Fracture After Total Hip Replacement: How Surgeons Repair Periprosthetic Fractures

A total hip replacement can change your life for the better. But what happens if you sustain a fracture near your new joint? Learn how surgeons repair this type of injury and what you can expect.

May 2nd, 2023

Does Hip Dysplasia Always Require Surgery?

Have you been diagnosed with hip dysplasia? If so, you’re probably wondering if hip dysplasia requires surgery or if nonsurgical therapies are enough to manage your condition. Keep reading as we answer your questions.

Apr 1st, 2023

How to Prepare for Hip Preservation Surgery

Do you have a painful condition of the hip, like hip impingement, avascular necrosis, or hip dysplasia? If so and you haven’t developed significant hip arthritis, hip preservation surgery could save your joint. Here’s how to prepare.

Mar 1st, 2023

3 Telltale Signs of a Periprosthetic Fracture

If you’ve had a total hip or knee joint replacement, it’s possible to get a fracture near your prosthetic joint. Learn the telltale signs of this type of injury, called a periprosthetic fracture, and how this break can be repaired.

Feb 2nd, 2023

Partial vs. Total Knee Replacement — Which Is Right for Me?

When severe arthritis or an injury affects knee function, joint replacement can ease your symptoms and restore your mobility. Learn about the differences between a partial and total knee replacement and which is right for you.

Jan 1st, 2023

10 Telltale Signs and Symptoms of Hip Dysplasia

Your hips support your weight and help you move in different directions. Hip dysplasia can cause this joint to wear out faster and, over time, may cause debilitating pain. Learn about the telltale signs and symptoms of this condition.

Dec 1st, 2022

What Conditions Are Treated with Minimally Invasive Surgery?

Minimally invasive surgeries are often safer and easier for patients, bringing fewer risks, smaller incisions, and a faster recovery time. Learn more about these procedures and the different conditions they can treat.

Nov 1st, 2022

Preparing Your Home for Your Return After Knee Replacement Surgery

Knee replacement surgery restores knee function and helps you reclaim your mobility. The recovery process plays a key role in the surgical process. This begins with getting your home ready for your return. Here’s what you need to know.

Oct 1st, 2022

Avascular Necrosis: What Is It and What Are the Treatment Options?

About 20,000 Americans experience avascular necrosis, a condition that causes your bone tissue to crumble and die. Learn what you need to know about this serious bone disease and the treatments available to help.

Sep 1st, 2022

What Is the Best Age for a Hip Replacement?

You want to keep your own joints for as long as possible. But there may come a time when the pain and immobility of hip disease or injury makes hip replacement likely. So what’s the best age to get your hip replaced? Keep reading to find out.

Aug 1st, 2022

Major Advantages of an Anterior Approach to Hip Replacement Surgery

If you need hip replacement surgery, the surgical method makes a big difference in your experience during and after treatment. Take a moment to learn how the direct anterior approach offers major advantages.

Jul 1st, 2022

Know the Causes and Symptoms of Hip or Knee Replacement Infections

Most joint-replacement patients enjoy excellent results, but all surgery brings a risk of infection. Understanding the causes and symptoms of these infections is essential to getting the care you need when you need it. Here’s what you should know.

Jun 13th, 2022

How Common Is the Need for a Revision Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery?

When you undergo a major joint replacement surgery, your hope is that the new joint will last a long time. Thankfully, in most cases this is true. However, there are times when revision surgery is required.

May 9th, 2022