Midwest Total Joint Replacement

A total joint replacement is usually the last option for those who have tried a multitude of non-surgical treatment options. "...Joint replacements are available for hips, knees, shoulders, ankles and fingers that have been compromised beyond repair by various conditions that have left them diseased or damaged."

For those who have been treated with medicines, physical therapy and injections for over a sixth-month period without significant results, a total joint replacement may be the correct choice. However, doctors and patients should look at other factors before making a final decision. It's wise to consider:

• Whether the patient is in pain one or more days per week
• Whether or not pain interferes in the patient's daily activities
• Whether the patient is suffering from any type of infection
• Whether the patient is morbidly obese
• Whether there is insufficient skin coverage around the affected area

Turn to a Surgery Center for Total Joint Replacement

Total joint replacements can be performed at hospitals, but there are now orthopedic surgery centers that perform such procedures. These centers may be preferable for many who appreciate facilities that specialize in orthopedic services, offering all the necessary measures for rehabilitation and physical therapy.

If it is time for a total joint replacement for knees, hips or other body parts, the Orthopedic Center of the Dakotas is a full-service surgical facility that rates in the top five percent in the nation for orthopedic surgeries of all kinds. It serves the entire Midwest, including North and South Dakota.