Joint replacement surgery
If you experience any kind of pain or swelling in your hip, knee, or shoulder joint, then you should visit a pain clinic in Bhubaneswar. Dr. Dibya Singha is the Best Joint replacement surgeon in Bhubaneswar, so you could take a consultation from him. Joint replacement surgery is usually performed on people who are between the age group of 40 to 60. However, people older or younger than the mentioned age group also undergo the treatment. Generally, after undergoing one surgery for joint replacement, you will need to go through another consultation after 15 to 20 years depending on the condition of the Joint.
What is joint replacement surgery?
Identified by the name of arthroplasty as well, joint replacement surgery refers to a surgical procedure where the broken joint is replaced by an artificial implant. Most people replace the entire joint, i.e., opt for total joint replacement surgery. Under this procedure, the entire joint of the hip, knee, wrist, or shoulder is removed, and a prosthesis of metal, plastic, or ceramic is placed in its place.
Types of joint replacement surgery
Human being consists of different joints throughout their body. Due to different diseases or increasing age, these joints become painful and cause pain. Doctors usually ask an individual to go through non-surgical procedures to ease the pain, but if it doesn’t work, then surgery is the sole option. There are different types of joint replacement procedures.
● Hip replacement
● Knee replacement
● Ankle replacement
● Shoulder replacement
● Wrist joint replacement
● Elbow replacement
● Total joint replacement
● Finger replacement
Symptoms before joint replacement surgery
If you face extreme pain or swelling near any
of the joint areas of your body, then you need to consult Dr. Dibya Singha. He
will examine the area and provide a necessary diagnosis. Joint replacement
surgery is usually required if an individual suffers from osteoarthritis,
degeneration, or any kind of injury. They will experience immobility along with
pain near the joint area and will not be able to perform regular chores.
Risks of joint replacement surgery
Joint replacement is a safe procedure and is successful in almost 90% of cases. However, it is still useful to be aware of the possible complications, such as;
● Blood clotting
● Wound infection
● Infection around the prosthesis
● Nerve injury & Malfunction of the prosthesis
Book Appointment with Dr. Dibya
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