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Many people delay seeking treatment for joint pain for fear they will be told they need joint replacement surgery. If you suffer from persistent joint pain, you have treatment options. The physicians at TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine are dedicated to reducing your pain and restoring mobility to your joints. We will evaluate your specific case and discuss your options for treatment. If surgery is recommended, our joint replacement specialists will work with you to ensure the best possible outcome.

Dr. Sergio Viroslav, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, discusses arthritis and your treatment options for joint pain related to arthritis.

What Causes Joint Pain?

Any type of damage to your joints (from injury or disease) can create joint pain and limit your movement. Many different conditions can cause joint pain, including but not limited to:

Sprains and strains
Fractures and other injuries
Conditions like gout and bursitis
Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis
Post-traumatic arthritis (arthritis that develops following a joint injury)

Joint pain is very common and becomes an even more common occurrence as we age. If chronic joint pain is slowing you down, schedule an appointment with an orthopedic specialist to find out what is causing your pain and discuss your treatment options.

Your Joint Pain Treatment Options

Conservative treatment options

Medication – Medications such as anti-inflammatory drugs and muscle relaxants may be prescribed to alleviate your pain.

Physical Therapy and Exercise – The application of a targeted exercise program can help to strengthen and stabilize the muscles around your painful joint, improving your range of motion. It can also help with weight loss, which limits the pressure you put on your joints through daily weight-bearing activities.

Interventional Methods, or Joint Injections

If conservative treatment is not successful, you would likely proceed to interventional methods, or joint injections. The most common joint injections both seek to alleviate pain and increase range of motion. They are:

Steroid Injections – Steroid injections are used to treat inflammation, arthritis, and joint disease.
Hyaluronic acid (or “rooster comb”) injections – Also referred to asviscosupplementation, hyaluronic acid injections are used to treat osteoarthritis (most commonly in the knee).

Surgical Options

Finally, there are 2 main surgical options for dealing with joint pain:

Arthroscopic Surgery – Arthroscopic surgery (or joint scope) is a minimally invasive surgical option which uses a small incision and arthroscope to view and operate on a damaged joint. In cases of joint pain, arthroscopic surgery can be used to clean out or repair the damaged area of the joint.

Joint Replacement – If the joint is damaged beyond repair, the final option is joint replacement, which removes and replaces all or part of the damaged joint with an implant. The physicians of TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine currently offer:

JOINT REPLACEMENT

Ankle Replacement

Hip Replacement

Knee Replacement

Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Knee Replacement

Shoulder Replacement

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a joint replacement implant typically last, and can it be revised if needed?

A joint replacement implant can last many years, but longevity depends on the joint replaced, implant type, activity level, weight, overall health, and normal wear over time. If an implant wears out, loosens, becomes painful, or develops another problem, revision surgery may be considered to replace part or all of the original implant.

What is Mako robotic-arm-assisted surgery?

Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery uses a CT-based 3D model and robotic-arm technology to help the surgeon plan and perform partial or total knee replacement with patient-specific guidance. The surgeon remains in control throughout the procedure, while the system provides real-time data and a virtual boundary to help guide bone preparation and implant placement. TSAOG uses Stryker’s Mako Technology for partial and total knee replacement at the hospital and in its outpatient surgery center.

How long is the typical hospital stay and overall recovery timeline after a joint replacement?

Hospital stay and recovery time vary based on the joint being replaced, the surgical approach, your health, and whether the procedure is performed in a hospital or outpatient setting. Some patients may go home the same day or after a short stay, while full recovery and strength-building often continue for several months. Your surgeon and therapy team will provide a personalized recovery plan before and after surgery.

Is there an age limit or ideal age range for joint replacement surgery?

There is no single age limit or ideal age for joint replacement surgery. Candidacy is usually based on pain, disability, imaging results, health status, activity goals, and whether non-surgical treatment is still helping.

What steps can I take before surgery to prepare my body and improve my joint replacement outcome?

Before joint replacement surgery, you can improve your outcome by following your surgeon’s preoperative instructions, managing chronic health conditions, staying as active as your pain allows, strengthening the muscles around the joint, eating well, and stopping smoking if applicable. Your care team may also recommend a medical evaluation, medication review, dental evaluation, home preparation, and physical therapy before surgery.