Advanced Orthopedics for Joint Replacement

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FAQs

If you are a potential joint replacement patient, you may have many questions about the procedure. We have compiled frequently asked questions to answer some of the common concerns of most of our patients. As you explore the possibility of joint replacement surgery, your orthopedic surgeon is See details

The Knee

The knee is an important part of your lower extremity. It provides adequate motion to permit you to sit and stand. It is a magnificent shock absorber, absorbing as much as three to four times your body weight whenever you See details

The Hip

The hip joint is considered a ball and socket joint. The ball part (the femoral head) articulates with the socket (the acetabulum). The surfaces of these bones are covered with a pearly white structure called articular cartilage. The cartilage, See details

Your Options

To better understand your options for managing joint pain we should first understand why we experience joint pain. Many different conditions can lead to joint pain and the most common of them are the following: See details

Tips in Scheduling a Consultation

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pen and hand Ideally your doctor is your partner in taking care of your health. And to have an effective treatment you should hold up to your end in the relationship. Here are some tips to be an effective partner with your doctor.

Make an appointment- Making prior appointment will ensure that you are expected. This is also the time to clarify directions on how to get to your doctor's clinic.
Come earlier than scheduled- Leave early so you have plenty of time to find the doctor's office and to look for parking space. Extra time can be spent in filling up an information sheet regarding basic information and your medical history.
Make a list of your Medical History- Prior to you appointment, jot down your medical history related or non-related to your visit. Also make a separate list of medicines that you are currently taking. Take any recent xray or laboratory exams which is related to your condition. Make sure to discuss with your doctor any steps you have taken prior coming for consultation.
Answer the doctor's questions directly and honestly- Do not hold back any concern that you want to ask or embarrassed to ask. Remember that your doctor is there to help you.
Wear Comfortable clothes which can be easily removed if needed for the examination.

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Who else but our patients can testify to AOJR’s expertise in joint replacement surgery and how we helped improve their lives. Here are what some of our patients have to say:

Alcera " After the operation, I thought I wouldn't be ableto enjoy the same lifestyle as I had before. I was wrong, It's amazing how I can still enjoy activites likes dancing and aerobics."

Doris Alcera, 63y.o. Total Knee Replacement, February 2011

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