The hip is a ball and socket joint. When the hip is affected by arthritis the resulting limited range of motion makes walking, climbing, and bending difficult. Hip replacement surgery is an option for relieving pain and restoring mobility. Joint Replacement Total joint replacement is a type of joint surgery where the damaged joint is removed and replaced with a prosthesis or implant. Hips and knees are the most common sites of joint replacement.
Joint surgery can relieve pain and restore function.
The decision to undergo joint surgery must follow careful consideration. The expected outcome is dependent on several factors. Knee The knee, a hinge joint, has one of the widest ranges of motion of any joint with the capacity to absorb force up to seven times body weight. A knee badly damaged by arthritis may be a candidate for joint replacement. Neck Neck pain can be caused by abnormalities in the muscles, ligaments, and nerves, as well as in the bones and joints of the spine.