813-926-3131

Joint Replacement Overview

 

 

At Westchase Surgical Associates, we encourage our patients to learn as much about their particular condition as possible to make more informed decisions. We do hope you find the following information both helpful and useful.

 

Hip Replacements

The hip joint is one of your body’s largest weight-bearing joints. A ball and socket joint, your hip is held in place by powerful ligaments and muscles, which help your hip remain stable even during twisting and extreme ranges of motion. A healthy hip allows you to walk, squat and turn without pain. When your hip joint is damaged, it is likely to hurt when you move. When a natural hip must be replaced, prosthesis is used. To read more, select from the topics below:

• How your hip works
• Understanding hip replacements
• Getting ready for hip replacement surgery
• Hip replacement, the surgical experience

 

Knee Replacements

Your knee is a hinge-like joint, formed where the thighbone, shinbone and kneecap meet. Your knee joint is supported by muscles and ligaments, and is lined with cushioning cartilage. Over time, the cartilage can wear away and, as a result, your knee can become stiff and painful. Replacing the natural knee joint with a prosthesis can alleviate the pain and restore movement. To read more, select from the topics below:

• How your knee works
• Understanding knee replacements
• Getting ready for knee replacement: preparing for recovery
• Getting ready for knee replacement: your conditioning program
• Knee replacement, the surgical experience

 

Shoulder Replacements

Shoulder although less common than hip and knee replacement surgery, shoulder joint replacement surgery is just as effective at relieving joint pain, as well as improving motion, strength and function. Shoulder replacement surgery is more commonly used for many painful shoulder conditions, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis and non-reparable rotator cuff tears. To read more, select from the topics below:

• Parts of the shoulder
• The shoulder joint
• Common shoulder problems
• Shoulder replacement, the surgical experience

 

American Academy of Orthopaedic
Surgeons’ Patient Education Library

 

Joints and Parts of the Body

• Bone and Joint Decay
• Hand and Wrist
• Hip
• Knee and Leg
• Shoulder, Arm and Elbow
• Spine and Neck
• Foot and Ankle

 

Orthopedic Surgeries and Treatments

• Diseases and Syndromes
• Arthritis
• Tumors
• Broken Bones and Injury
• Treatment and Rehabilitation
• Joint Replacement
• Other Treatment and Rehabilitation
• Sports and Exercise
• Prevention and Safety

 

General Health Care

• Managing Your Health
• Patient Resources
• Patient Stories