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Bookmark or Share- Hip Replacements - What to Expect & How to Prepare | NIAMSOverview of Hip Replacement Surgery. Hip replacement surgery, or hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which an orthopaedic surgeon removes the diseased parts of the hip joint and replaces them with new, artificial parts. These artificial parts mimic the function of the normal hip joint. You may need hip replacement surgery if you have a ...
- All Diseases and Conditions | NIAMSPolymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis are closely linked inflammatory conditions. PMR causes muscle pain and stiffness in the shoulders, upper arms, hip area, and neck. GCA causes headaches, scalp tenderness, jaw pain, and eye problems.
- Osteonecrosis (Avascular Necrosis) Symptoms & Causes | NIAMSThigh bone (femur), especially the upper part—the ball in the hip socket. The lower end, which is part of the knee joint, is also often affected. Upper arm bone (humerus), especially the upper part—the ball in the shoulder joint. When the disease involves part of a bone in a joint, it can lead to the breakdown of the bone and arthritis.
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases ...The mission of the NIAMS is to support research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases; the training of basic and clinical scientists to carry out this research; and the dissemination of information o
- Hip Replacement Surgery: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to TakeLife After Hip Replacement Surgery. Most people who have hip replacement surgery experience: Less pain after recovery from surgery. Better mobility after recovery from surgery. Improvements in activities of daily living and quality of life. Talk to your doctor about exercises that you can participate in to increase muscle strength and ...
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