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surgery. You may need it to replace a damaged hip joint. The procedure is done by an orthopedic surgeon ... Hip resurfacing is a type of hip surgery to replace a damaged hip joint. It is similar to ... 90532;Hip Resurfacing;hip surgery;hip joint;joint damage;orthopedic surgery;orthopedic surgeon ... ;femoral head;cartilage;osteoarthritis;rheumatoid arthritis;osteonecrosis;joint injury

The healthcare provider who specializes in orthopedic surgery is called an orthopedic surgeon. Or ... oral and written exams given by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Many orthopedic

concerned with diseases, injuries, and conditions of the musculoskeletal system. Click on the links above to learn more about orthopedic surgery. ... Topic Index Overview of Orthopedics / The Orthopedic Team Common Orthopedic Disorders

Osteoarthritis of the AC joint in the shoulder is common in middle-aged or older adults. This ... have shoulder, or AC arthritis. This is arthritis that occurs in your acromioclavicular, or AC, joint ... shoulder arthrtitis; shoulder pain; orthopedics

Sprain Ankle sprains happen when the joint is forced beyond its normal range of motion. This can cause ... one or more of the ligaments that hold the bones of the joint together to stretch or tear. If a ... ankle sprain; ankle pain; ankle injury; orthopedics

* Total Hip Replacement ... Understanding Total Hip Replacement with Anterior Approach ... (strong fibrous tissues) hold the joint together. Orthopedic surgeons do hip replacement surgery to ... A total hip replacement is a type of surgery. It replaces your hip joint with an artificial ... 402;Total Hip Replacement: Anterior Approach

given by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Many orthopedic surgeons choose to practice ... surgery or other methods for treatment. They may also do spine surgery for some conditions. They

or orthopedist is a doctor with special training in orthopedic surgery. An orthopedist is trained to ... Surgery. Many orthopedic surgeons practice general orthopedics. Others focus on certain areas of

*Reverse Total Shoulder Replace ... Total Shoulder Replacement ... Reverse total shoulder replacement is a type of surgery. It's done to repair an injury to the ... Shoulder Replacement Reverse total shoulder replacement is a type of shoulder surgery. It’s often ... 90455;Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement;shoulder surgery;total shoulder replacement;rotator cuff;rotator cuff surgery;orthopedics

head sometimes require hip replacement. After your surgery, you’ll probably take medicines to help ... head of your femur fits into a socket in your pelvis to form your hip joint. If a break happens ... ; hip fracture treatment; hip surgery; orthopedics; orthopedic trauma

*Ankle Replacement Surg ... Ankle replacement surgery is the replacement of a damaged ankle joint with an artificial ... surgery is the replacement of the damaged cartilage and bone in the ankle joint with an artificial implant ... 306;Ankle Replacement Surgery

the spine. The word arthritis refers to inflammation of the joints. Inflammation can cause redness ... inflammation around the joints between the bones of your spine. These bones are called vertebrae. People of ... arthritis of the spine; back pain; orthopedics

Bursitis is an inflammation of a closed sac of fluid located near the joints called a bursa. When ... the bursa becomes inflamed, it causes joint pain and swelling. Learn about the causes and treatment ... bursitis; inflammation of a clowed sac of fluid; bursa; tendons; muscles; orthopedics; orthopedic; orthopaedics; orthopaedic

Meniscal transplant surgery is a surgery to replace a small piece of missing or damaged ... Meniscal Transplant Surgery Meniscal transplant surgery is done to replace a small piece of missing or ... Meniscal Transplant Surgery;knee surgery;orthopaedics;meniscus;knee injury;90411

*Hip Replace Post Op Call Doctor ... It's important to know what symptoms are red flags after hip replacement. After Hip Replacement ... : When to Call Your Surgeon Make sure to follow all your surgeon’s instructions after your surgery ... 90064;hip replacement;surgeon, orthopedic surgeon;when to call your doctor after hip replacement

*Orthopedic Surg Ch ... expect. When Your Child Needs Orthopedic Surgery Your child is having bone or joint surgery. The ... Your child is having bone or joint surgery. The healthcare provider who does this surgery is ... surgery;child, orthopaedic surgery;pediatric orthopedic surgery ... 89078;When your child needs orthopaedic surgery;pediatric orthopaedic surgery;childhood orthopaedic

*Knee Replacement Knee Health ... ones. Some activities may be permanently restricted. After Knee Replacement: Keeping Your Knee ... could loosen your new knee joint. Don't force movements, such as bending your knee too far ... 83552;after knee replacement: keeping your knee healthy;care, after knee replacement

Arthroscopy is used to diagnose and treat joint problems. After arthroscopy, you may be able ... , your joints help you move freely. But living with a worn or injured joint can make an active ... 82392;joint surgery;arthroscopy;orthopedics;or1064a

*Reverse Total Shoulder Replace ... Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement Post Op ... Reverse total shoulder replacement is a type of surgery. It's done to repair an injury to the ... Shoulder Replacement Reverse total shoulder replacement is a type of surgery. It’s usually done to ... 90449;total shoulder replacement;reverse total shoulder replacement;rotator cuff;rotator cuff repair;shoulder joint;shoulder surgery;orthopedics

Ankle replacement surgery is a procedure to treat arthritis of the ankle joint. Your ankle ... treating bone, muscle, joint, and tendon problems. Having Ankle Replacement Surgery Ankle ... ankle replacement surgery;total ankle replacement surgery;ankle arthroplasty;ankle arthritis;90508