Arthroplasty is the medical term for replacing a joint. Your healthcare provider replaces a damaged joint with an artificial joint during the procedure. Metal, ceramic, or robust plastic can be used to make the artificial joint (prosthesis). The new joint behaves similarly to the natural joint and has a similar appearance. Any joint in your body can be replaced by a surgeon, but hip replacement and knee replacement are the two most popular arthroplasty procedures. Most patients undergoing this procedure require a complete joint replacement. Few people make excellent candidates for partial joint replacements. Only the damaged portion of the joint is replaced during this procedure. The length of arthroplasty recovery varies. Your age, lifestyle, type of procedure, and the joint you had replaced all play a role in this. Your doctor will assist you in getting ready for the procedure. In the weeks before surgery, they might advise physical therapy, workouts, or a diet plan for you to adhere to. These initiatives can guarantee your physical fitness for the procedure. You might require a number of tests to assess your general health before having an arthroplasty, including blood work, an electrocardiogram, and a chest X-ray. You might need to see your primary care physician or another specialist for a pre-operative evaluation depending on your medical history. For surgical planning during some procedures, a CT scan or MRI is needed. Inform your doctor about your medical history and any medications you are currently taking. Before surgery, you might need to stop taking some medications (like blood thinners). The time you should stop eating and drinking the night before your procedure will be specified by your provider. Your surgery could take place at a hospital or in an outpatient clinic. Depending on the type of surgery and the joint you need replacing, your surgeon will employ a different technique. You will be given anesthesia just before the procedure. By doing this, you can be sure that the arthroplasty won't hurt. Your surgeon removes the damaged joint after making incisions (cuts). Then a synthetic joint is used to replace it. The incisions are closed using surgical glue, staples, or stitches. Your healthcare provider bandages the joint. You might also require a sling or brace. Some joint replacement procedures can be completed by surgeons using minimally invasive methods. Fewer incisions and specialized tools are used in these methods. Minimally invasive procedures sometimes require less recovery time than conventional procedures. Your surgeon will advise you on the best course of action. Surgery to replace a joint can help you move freely and without pain. Many people can participate in activities they once loved after having a joint replacement. These procedures enable people to lead active lifestyles, greatly enhancing their quality of life and overall health.
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