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Ankle Replacement instead of Ankle Bonding?
There are ankle replacements being done in specialized centers. You should seek a consultation to see if you are a candidate...
Last Update: 2008-03-21
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Updates in Knee Replacement Procedures
We aren't orthopedic surgeons. But I would recommend visiting the Johns Hopkins Orthopedic web site which is pretty robust and might provide some information for you....
Last Update: 2007-12-05
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UniSpacer surgery for Knee Oseoarthritis
I am only 39 and recently diagnosed with moderate to severe osteoarthritis in the medial compartment and under the kneecap of my knee. The orthopedic dr. states the only way ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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success rate
My dad was in a car wreck July 10, and was diagnosed with a fractured vertebra. He recently has been told he would need a new procedure to correct the ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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Left Knee OsteoArthritis
Is it time to have surgery on my left knee?In the last three months i am not able to put any weight on my left knee.It is very painful and ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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knee aches
I have JRA. my problem is my right knee. its been giving me constant pain and i know it needs surgery. i already have both hips replaced. my question is ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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ankle replacement
In '93 I shattered my ankle and had a plate and 7 screws put in, then in '03 I had 4 spurs and 2 bone chips removed. The ankle never ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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Surgery or n o t ???
I would appreciate an answer.I have Osteoarthritis in one of my knees. The area around the knee is swollen. I am constantly in pain. I am on painkillers every day. ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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surgery, dentist
I recently had screws put in my ankle and went for my dental cleaning and the dentist said because of the surgery I had, I would have to take antibiotics ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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joint space
sirmy age 44 weight 100kg india...my joint space knee appeared reduced more than 50 percentage radiological only x ray..actulay I have no any significant problem in walking,climbing steps,standing more than ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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knee Replacement
How long should a knee swell and hurt?I had mine replaced 5 months ago and still have problems daily Eeveryone is different, but I would expect this to ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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Knee resurfacing
Do you know anything about knee resurfacing for treating osteoarthritis versus having a total knee replacement? I went to a seminar and it seemed like a good way to go, ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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partical knee replacement
I had 3 torn muscles in my right knee. Had micro surgury to have them repaired. Got a bad case of inflamed arthritis after surgury and then never got better ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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SHOULDER REPLACEMENTS
ARE THESE AS REFINED AS KNEE AND HIP REPLACEMENTS TO DATE No. Biomechanically, the shoulder is much more complex but they are getting much better. Most, if not ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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knee replacement
I have heard if you have a knee replacement you will need to have another one in about 10 years,do you find this to be true?I have already had one ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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remicade and surgery
I am on remicade and methotrexate and need a total knee replacement are there any information on this, and should I stop the remicade and methotrexate before i have the ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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patient with RA needing a knee replaced on remicad
I am 57 I have RA i am currently on the drugs remicade and methotrexate.. I need a total knee replacement I wanted to know how well other patients on ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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CMC arthritis at age 32, too young for surgery?
Two years ago, I was diagnosed with CMC arthritis. I have been told numerous of times by my doctors that this is a very common problem in women. What makes ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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knee surgery
Have you heard of a procedure to implant a pad in the knee to replace missing cartilage. A procedure to ease bone on bone rubbing and done as an outpatient? ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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partial knee replacement
I would like to know about a partial knee replacement. Thank you This should be discussed in greater detail with an orthopedic surgeon. Partial knee replacement refers to ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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Kyphoplasty--Who is a Candidate? Is this person?
76 Year old woman (now) who suffered MVA in 1995 with three spinal compression fractures..T-12, L-1 , and L-2.. Condition does not stabilize, suffers another fracture 1999 L-2, 2003 L-1 ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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Is it time for hip replacement?????
I'm 58 and in fairly good health except for my arthritis.The last 3 years it become much worse. Dr. says my Hip is bad .My pain is in my knee ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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Knee replacement surgery
I have conflicting opinions from orthopedic surgeons on whether two knee replacements should be done at once. I recently heard that Mayo will not do two at once. Is there ......
Last Update: 2007-04-26
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