About Joint Replacement Surgery
Joint replacement removes a damaged joint surface and replaces it with an artificial implant, relieving pain and restoring movement. It is usually considered when pain limits daily life and medicines, exercise and injections no longer help.
Most people walk the day after surgery, and rehabilitation continues for weeks. Modern implants often last 15 to 20 years. Compare costs and implant options, and ask the surgeon about experience and infection-control standards.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Fees, availability and outcomes vary by doctor and hospital.
Conditions Treated
Knee osteoarthritis
Hip osteoarthritis
Avascular necrosis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Related Diseases
Osteoarthritis
Hip fracture
Failed implants
Inflammatory arthritis
Symptoms to Watch For
Joint pain
Stiffness
Difficulty climbing stairs
Night pain
Procedures & Treatments
Total knee replacement
Total hip replacement
Partial knee replacement
Revision arthroplasty