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In some cases surgery is used to repair or replace damaged joints in different parts of the body. It all depends on if there is a procedure and or replacement part available to deal with your particular problem.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 9y agoThere is no cure for any of the diseases known as Arthritis. However surgery can be used to repair damage in some situations, for example removing burs of bone that form in joints or even removing the effected parts of joints and replacing them with prosthesis. i.e new joints.
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∙ 13y agoArthroscopic surgery is used to identify, monitor, and diagnose joint injuries and disease; or to remove bone or cartilage or repair tendons or ligaments
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After arthroscopic surgery for a torn meniscus my knee can't straighten out Would just plain arthritis probably be the reason?
After joint surgery it is often necessary to exercise the joint to get it functioning properly again.
Can fusion surgery of the 4th and 5th vertebrae lead to arthritis?
that would be unlikely as arthritis is problem with joints and fusion surgery stabilizes joints.
If you're enduring arthroscopic knee surgery or endoscopic surgery as it's sometimes called what is happening to you?
The surgeon is using tiny surgical instruments with fiber-optic viewing
Why are glucocorticoids effective in treating arthritis?
they can relieve the symptoms of arthritis by reducing inflammation. They don treat or reduce the harmful effects involved with arthritis
Does gabapentin good arthritis?
According to the website in the associated link below (How to Treat Arthritis Pain With Neurontin or Gabapentin) it does
Why is arthroscopic spine surgery performed?
Arthroscopic spine surgery is performed in order to treat the interior of a joint. An arthroscope is inserted into the joint via a tiny incision.
Can you have arthroscopic surgery with shingles?
Yes, you can have the arthroscopic surgery with shingles.
How much will it cost to do arthroscopic surgery on your horse?
Arthroscopic surgery is a joint surgery for horses. To inquire about the cost of arthroscopic surgery, call around to local animal hospitals.
What is the purpose of arthroscopic surgery?
By doctors making a small incision and insert a slim, tube-shaped instrument call arthroscope into the joint.~ A. K. =)
How much does arthroscopic shoulder surgery cost in Australia?
Arthroscopic surgery is about a pricey in Australia as it is in the United States. The cost of arthroscopic surgery will cost approximately 6,000 in Australian dollars.
After arthroscopic surgery for a torn meniscus my knee can't straighten out Would just plain arthritis probably be the reason?
After joint surgery it is often necessary to exercise the joint to get it functioning properly again.
When should arthroscopic surgery not be used?
Diagnostic arthroscopic surgery should not be performed unless conservative treatment does not fix the problem
When is diagnostic arthroscopic surgery not advised?
Diagnostic arthroscopic surgery is not recommended unless non-surgical treatment does not fix the problem.
Where are arthroscopic procedures done?
Most arthroscopic procedures today are performed in same-day surgery centers where the patient is admitted just before surgery
What joints most commonly have arthroscopic surgery?
Arthroscopic surgery is performed most commonly on the knees, and also on ankles, shoulders, wrists, elbows, and hips.
Do patients usually require a hospital stay after knee arthroscopic surgery?
Most patients who have arthroscopic surgery are released that same day; some patients stay in the hospital overnight
What type of hip surgery did leyton hewitt have?
He had arthroscopic surgery to repair a labrum tear.
