Joint Replacement Treatment

Om Sai Hospital Ulwe Navi Mumbai- Joint replacement surgery, also known as arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure that involves removing a damaged or diseased joint and replacing it with a prosthetic joint made from metal, plastic, or ceramic components. Here's an overview of the joint replacement surgery process: 1. Preoperative assessment: Before surgery, the patient undergoes a comprehensive evaluation, including medical history review, physical examination, and imaging tests (such as X-rays, MRI, or CT scans) to assess the extent of joint damage and determine the appropriate course of treatment. 2. Anesthesia: During the surgery, the patient is given general or regional anesthesia to ensure they are pain-free and unconscious or numb during the procedure. 3. Joint exposure: The surgeon makes an incision to access the affected joint, exposing the damaged joint surfaces. 4. Joint resurfacing: The damaged cartilage and bone are carefully removed from the joint surfaces to create a clean area for the prosthetic components. 5. Implant placement: The prosthetic components, such as a metal stem, plastic or ceramic cup, and a plastic or metal liner, are inserted into the prepared joint space. 6. Wound closure: Once the prosthetic components are in place, the surgeon closes the incision with stitches or staples. 7. Recovery: After surgery, the patient is moved to a recovery room where they are closely monitored as they wake up from anesthesia. 8. Postoperative care: The patient will stay in the hospital for a few days or more, depending on the joint that was replaced and the individual's overall health. Rehabilitation and physical therapy will continue during the hospital stay and after discharge. 9. Rehabilitation: Rehabilitation and physical therapy are crucial components of the recovery process. The patient will work with a physical therapist to gradually regain strength, flexibility, and function in the replaced joint.