Healthcare News
Are Joint Replacement Surgeries Safe During COVID-19?
Experts say that total joint replacement surgery is safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. If people who have chronic joint pain delay necessary surgery, they can experience accelerated mobility loss.New advances in orthopedic care, including less invasive procedures and virtual care options, can improve a patient's quality of life.
Here’s How to Travel When You Have Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis and other arthritic conditions can make traveling more challenging. But there are ways to make it a little easier.
Study reports 'unmet need' for joint replacement surgery after Medicaid expansion
States that have expanded Medicaid eligibility under the Affordable Care Act have seen an "early surge in demand" for hip and knee replacement surgery, reports a study in the September 2, 2020 issue of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.
Getting a hip replacement? Choice of hospital can be crucial
Researchers found that when hip replacement surgery is done at a "safety net" hospital designed to serve the poor and uninsured, patients' risks are higher.
Conservative osteoarthritis therapy programme delays need for knee and hip joint replacement surgery
With implementation of conservative treatment methods like physiotherapy and individually tailored, adjusted exercises, quality of osteoarthritis care can improve and patients can delay the need for an artificial hip or knee joint.
Does Medicare Cover Hip Replacement?
Medicare typically covers hip replacement surgery, providing a doctor confirms the procedure is medically necessary.
Some Patients Are Returning To Hospitals To Finally Get That Knee Replacement, Others Remain Wary Of Elective Surgeries.
Hospitals cautiously resumed serving patients beginning in May, but the return to normal has been more of a jog than a sprint. Few offered every procedure immediately because they needed time to set up new safety measures for staff and patients.
Q&A: Is Joint Replacement Surgery Right For Me?
Joint replacement surgery involves replacing parts of the damaged joint (often the knee, hip or shoulder) with components made out of metal, ceramic and plastic, which replicates the movement of healthy joints.
No Increased Pji Risk Seen With Use Of Direct Anterior Hip Arthroplasty Approach
Direct anterior approach to total hip arthroplasty does not lead to an increased risk for periprosthetic joint infection, according to a study presented at the Musculoskeletal Infection Society Annual Meeting.
What Helps with Hip Replacement Recovery?
Recovery from hip joint replacement surgery can differ from one person to the next. However, having an idea of what to expect with your recovery can help you plan ahead and prepare for the best outcome.