Joint Replacement Surgery In South Dakota

Joint replacement, or arthroplasty, is a common surgical technique used to replace or realign the bone and cartilage in arthritic, worn-out or cancerous joints. Patients may undergo total or partial replacement and remodeling. While they do not always recover 100 percent of their flexibility, patients generally have high success rates for pain relief and increased mobility.

Types of arthroplasty include knee, hip, shoulder, foot and ankle. Patients should remember that the life of their new or refurbished joint depends upon their physical condition and fitness level prior to surgery, along with their weight and the success of the healing process.

Preparing for Total Joint Replacement

"...Prior to surgery, arthroplasty candidates should begin to exercise if they are not already doing so, to strengthen their body in preparation for what may be an arduous recovery."Some patients must also stop or change prescribed medications that could interfere with surgical recovery.

Joint Replacement at the Orthopedic Center of the Dakotas

The Orthopedic Center of the Dakotas, is comprised of Orthopedic Surgery Specialists, Dakota Plains Surgical Center and Aberdeen Physical Therapy. Providing North and South Dakota residents with orthopedic treatment and comprehensive rehabilitation, the Center is rated among the top 5 percent of hospitals in the nation for joint replacement surgery. Contact facility specialists if you are experiencing hip, shoulder, knee, foot or ankle pain.