Joint Replacement
Advances in medical technology have made joint replacement therapy a highly effective option to treat chronic joint pain from arthritis and other degenerative joint diseases, or injury.
At Merit Health River Region, our joint replacement program features multidisciplinary care team including orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists. We offer:
- Total joint replacement for knees, hips, elbows and shoulders
- Partial knee replacement
- Hip and knee resurfacing
- Minimally invasive options
We know that joint replacement patients are not sick, but rather healthy individuals who have joint pain and want to have a better quality of life.
The program brings together a team of knowledgeable surgeons with compassionate and specially trained nurses, therapists and technicians committed to providing seamless, coordinated care and get you back to your favorite activities as soon as possible.
Am I Candidate for Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery?
Hundreds of thousands of people have hip and knee replacement each year, with success rates of 98 and 96 percent respectively, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. In addition to relieving pain, these procedures can enhance mobility and function, and help you rediscover the active life you love.
You may qualify for a life-changing procedure if you:
- Have severe arthritis or irreversible damage from fractures, torn cartilage and/or torn ligaments
- Struggle with daily functions like getting out of chairs or walking up and down stairs
- Are unable to sleep at night due to pain
- Haven't found relief with anti-inflammatory/pain medication or physical therapy
Joint Replacement Procedures
The orthopedic surgeons on the medical staff at Merit Health River Region specialize in total joint replacement, a procedure in which injured or diseased joints are replaced with artificial ones.
Merit Health River Region offers the following joint replacement procedures. Click on the links below to learn more about each procedure, including your hospital stay and recovery time.
In addition to performing traditional orthopedic procedures, surgeons on the medical staff use minimally invasive techniques, which often allow for smaller incisions and minimal disruption to surrounding tissue. For you, this may mean less pain and scarring; more flexibility and mobility immediately following surgery; and a smoother, faster recovery.