This comprehensive book covers both hip replacement surgery and knee replacement surgery from the instant either of these potentially life enhancing events is even a consideration, completely through either operation, and then guides the reader through recovery (and beyond) all by using clear, concise and understandable language. In addition, Dr. Hugate clearly explains all the most widely used, non-surgical options as well. Written from multiple perspectives, including: a knee replacement patient (whose been through total knee replacement twice), a hip replacement patient (whose been through total hip replacement twice), a premier orthopedic surgeon, an anesthesiologist (who is also a pain management specialist), and a physical therapist (who also lectures and teaches about physical therapy), this book covers it all. Topics covered include: When You Need a Joint Replacement; the Nuts and Bolts the Hip and Knee (including the effects of aging and arthritis on your joints); How to go about Selecting Your Surgeon; who will be the members of Your Medical Team and what they do; How to Prepare Your Home for a safe recovery; your Options in Anesthesia for Joint Replacement; what The Hospital Stay is really like; Physical Therapy for Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery (and why it is so critical); What Can Go Wrong in joint replacement surgery; and Insurance Matters (for the USA); among many, many others. This invaluable resource is unique in that you gain both knowledge and wisdom from patients and medical professionals alike all in one place. There is simply no other patient information (and resource) about joint replacement surgery like this in the world that we know of today. You wont be disappointed with this easily understood and extremely valuable and informative book!

This open access book describes and illustrates the surgical techniques, implants, and technologies used for the purpose of personalized implantation of hip and knee components. This new and flourishing treatment philosophy offers important benefits over conventional systematic techniques, including component positioning appropriate to individual anatomy, improved surgical reproducibility and prosthetic performance, and a reduction in complications. The techniques described in the book aim to reproduce patients’ native anatomy and physiological joint laxity, thereby improving the prosthetic hip/knee kinematics and functional outcomes in the quest of the forgotten joint. They include kinematically aligned total knee/total hip arthroplasty, partial knee replacement, and hip resurfacing. The relevance of available and emerging technological tools for these personalized approaches is also explained, with coverage of, for example, robotics, computer-assisted surgery, and augmented reality. Contributions from surgeons who are considered world leaders in diverse fields of this novel surgical philosophy make this open access book will invaluable to a wide readership, from trainees at all levels to consultants practicing lower limb surgery

Joint replacement surgery is a type of orthopedic surgery in which a dysfunctional or arthritic joint is replaced with a prosthetic implant. It is a treatment for severe joint pain or dysfunction which cannot be relieved by less invasive treatments. Joint replacement is a form of arthroplasty. Hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which a hip prosthesis is placed in place of the hip joint. It can be performed as a hemi replacement or a total replacement. In hemiarthroplasty, only the femoral head is replaced while in a total hip arthroplasty, both acetabulum and femoral head are replaced. Knee replacement is commonly performed for osteoarthritis. This book contains some path-breaking studies in the field of hip and knee joint replacement. It is an upcoming field of science that has undergone rapid development over the past few decades. Students, researchers, experts and all associated with this field will benefit alike from this book.

Part of the popular Tips and Tricks series, Illustrated Tips and Tricks in Hip and Knee Reconstruction provides succinct and practical advice acquired from years of professional practice in hip and knee surgery. Led by Drs. Daniel Berry and Marc Pagnano of the Mayo Clinic, this visually stunning reference focuses exclusively on detailed descriptions of technical tips and tricks for all aspects of hip and knee reconstruction. This unique approach is highly useful to orthopaedic surgery fellows and residents – anyone who would benefit from exposure to the wisdom that experienced attending surgeons pass on to those who are training in this complex field.

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This friendly and informative book is written by an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in joint replacement and related surgeries, including hip resurfacing and knee arthroscopy. It contains useful information for patients who are considering treatment for hip or knee arthritis and related conditions. Clear and informative chapters explain in plain English what to expect before, during, and after hospitalization, including post-operative exercises and rehabilitation recommendations. Illustrated sections discuss hip and knee surgeries, nonoperative treatment options, surgical approaches, the latest minimally invasive surgery techniques, implant materials and designs (such as ceramic versus metal bearings), and potential complications of surgery. Robert Edward Kennon, MD, is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Connecticut who is fellowship trained in adult reconstruction and joint replacement surgery. He trained at Yale and Emory Universities and also has a degree in mechanical engineering.