Joint Surgery and Arthritis - Information - Questions and Answers
Articles, resources and information about joint surgery and arthritis. Joint surgery can relieve pain and restore function. The decision to undergo joint surgery must follow careful consideration. The expected outcome is dependent on several factors.
Types of Joint Surgery
An overview of the various types of joint surgery used to treat arthritic joints.
What Is an Ankle Fusion?
Ankle fusion is a surgical option for patients who have not attained pain relief from more conservative measures. Ankle fusion is usually weighed against ankle replacement, and each individual patient decides on which option to choose based on their goals for recovery.
Types of Joint Surgery - Test Your Knowledge
There are several types of joint surgery. It's important to understand the terminology in case your doctor ever presents surgery as a treatment option for you. Do you know the various types of joint surgery? Take Types of Joint Surgery - Test Your Knowledge.
Joint Replacement Screening Quiz - When Is It The Right Time?
When is it the right time to have a joint replacement? It is a complicated question for people with arthritis, living with intractable joint pain. There are important things to consider while making the decision with your doctor or surgeon.
Knee resurfacing - Is knee resurfacing a viable alternative to joint...
Knee resurfacing is a surgical treatment option.
Your Orthopaedic Connection
General information about orthopedics, from American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons.
