Total joint replacement surgery has revolutionized the treatment of debilitating joint pain, offering patients a renewed chance at mobility and improved quality of life. While recovery from a total joint replacement surgery has greatly reduced thanks to innovative pain management, minimally invasive surgical approaches, and enhanced rehabilitation, many patients still struggle to find the perfect time to schedule their joint replacement surgery, i.e., one that will make the smallest impact in their day-...
According to a study completed by The Lancet , osteoarthritis is the most prevalent form of arthritis and is a leading cause of adult chronic pain and long-term disability. Osteoarthritis most commonly affects the hip, knee, and hand joints, but most joints can be involved. The study also claimed that by 2050, osteoarthritis of the knee will increase by 75%. With millions of Americans suffering from osteoarthritis, it’s important to know how to manage the pain. When diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the ...