Joint Replacement

Before joint replacement surgery, you need to prepare. You'll be given instructions to follow. While there may be many things you need to do, let's review the basics.

Watch this video to learn how knee replacement surgery will relieve your pain and restore your joint function.

Watch this video to learn about total knee replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn about total hip replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn about total shoulder replacement surgery.

This procedure restores function to a severely damaged knee. Most commonly, it is used to repair a knee that has been damaged by arthritis. During the procedure, the surgeon replaces the damaged portions of the knee with artificial parts. These parts consist of a metal femoral component, a metal tibial component and a plastic spacer. A small plastic patellar component may also be used.

This procedure replaces degenerated cartilage in the knee joint with implants to restore function and eliminate pain. The surgeon plans and performs the surgery with the aid of robotic instruments and a computer guidance system.

Total knee surgery removes the damaged and painful areas of the femur (the thigh bone) and tibia (the lower leg bone). These areas are then replaced with specially-designed metal and polyethylene plastic parts.

Total knee surgery removes the damaged and painful areas of the femur (the thigh bone) and tibia (the lower leg bone). These areas are replaced with specially-designed metal and polyethylene plastic parts.

This surgical procedure removes the damaged and painful areas of the femur and tibia inside the knee joint. These areas are then replaced with specially-designed metal and polyethylene plastic parts.

This surgery fixes a damaged or worn-out knee. It uses implants to let your knee move naturally again.

This surgery fixes damage in your knee. It replaces only the damaged parts of your joint, leaving the healthy areas intact. It lets your knee move naturally again.

This surgery replaces a damaged part of your knee. A surgical robot helps the surgeon be more precise. Here's how it works.

Over time, a knee replacement may show signs of wear and tear. When this happens, your doctor can offer revision surgery. It replaces the worn out parts with new ones.

Over time, your knee replacement can start to show signs of wear and tear. When this happens, your doctor may offer revision surgery. It replaces the worn out parts with new ones.

This video is a patient story about Matt, who had hip replacement surgery.

This video is a patient story about Pam, who had double hip replacement surgery.

Watch how hip replacement surgery is used to relieve pain and restore normal function within the damaged hip joint.

This surgery replaces your damaged hip joint with implants that move like the ball and socket of a healthy hip. A total hip replacement can restore your hip function and reduce your pain.

This surgery replaces diseased and damaged portions of the hip with implants designed to restore function to the hip joint. The surgeon uses an incision on the anterolateral part of the hip, instead of a more traditional incision on the side or back of the joint.

This form of hip replacement uses a computer guidance system. It helps your surgeon fit and align your new joint. This type of surgery can give better results than traditional hip surgery. Here's how it works.

This surgery fixes a damaged or diseased hip. It replaces your hip with implants that restore function to your joint. This method uses an incision that helps speed your recovery.

This surgery treats an artificial hip that has become infected or has begun to wear out. During this surgery, worn and damaged parts of your artificial hip are removed and replaced with new parts.

This surgery replaces a worn or damaged artificial hip. The old parts are replaced with new ones, and donor bone may be used to give your joint strength. Your surgeon can use a range of methods, depending on your needs. We'll show a few options here.

This surgery treats a damaged or diseased hip. It replaces the head of your femur with an implant. Your natural hip socket is not changed.

This surgery replaces diseased and damaged portions of the hip with implants designed to restore function to the hip joint.

This surgery fixes a damaged or diseased hip. It replaces your hip joint with implants that restore function to your joint. This method uses a smaller incision than the one used in traditional hip replacement surgeries. This helps speed your recovery.

This is a surgery to fix a damaged or diseased hip. It replaces your hip with implants that restore function to your joint. Instead of the single large incision used in a traditional hip replacement surgery, this method uses two small incisions. This helps speed your recovery.

This surgery fixes a damaged or diseased hip. It replaces your hip with implants that restore function to your joint.

During this procedure, your damaged hip joint is replaced with implants that recreate the ball and socket of a healthy hip. This can reduce pain and restore your hip function.

During this procedure, your damaged hip joint is replaced with implants that recreate the ball and socket of a healthy hip. This can reduce pain and restore your hip function.

During this procedure, your damaged hip joint is replaced with implants that recreate the ball and socket of a healthy hip. This can reduce pain and restore your hip function.

Watch this video to learn which exercises are prescribed by your healthcare provider both before and after knee replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn which exercises your healthcare provider will prescribe both before and after hip replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn what common tests and exercises will be prescribed by your healthcare provider before your joint replacement surgery as well as the benefits of attending pre-operative classes.

Watch this to learn the facts behind some common concerns about joint replacement.

Watch this video to learn how important your role as your loved one's "Coach" can be before, during and after his or her joint replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn what you can do in advance to prepare your home safely for your recovery after joint replacement surgery.

During this procedure, the surgeon removes diseased or damaged portions of the ankle. The surgeon implants an artificial ankle joint consisting of metal and plastic components. The new joint will help reduce pain and restore mobility to the ankle.

This surgical procedure is performed to remove portions of the ankle that are diseased or severely injured and to implant a device that will help manage pain and restore mobility to the ankle.

This surgical procedure is performed to remove portions of the ankle that are diseased or severely injured and to implant a device that will help manage pain and restore mobility to the ankle.

This surgical procedure is performed to remove portions of the ankle that are diseased or severely injured and to implant a device that will help manage pain and restore mobility to the ankle.

This surgery fixes a damaged or diseased shoulder joint. The bad parts will be taken out and replaced with artificial parts. The new parts let your shoulder move smoothly.

Watch this video to understand how your healthcare team members will care for you after your joint replacement surgery, and the importance of you being active.

You've had a joint replacement. Now it's time to start your recovery journey. Let's see what you can expect as you heal.

Watch this video to learn how physical activity and medication can help prevent the development of dangerous blood clots.

Watch this video to learn how your pain will be managed after your joint replacement surgery, and what you can do to reduce your pain at home.

Watch this video to learn the precautions you should take to keep your new hip healthy and strong after your joint replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn how physical and occupational therapists can help you reach your recovery goals after joint replacement surgery.

Follow the steps in this video when you need to get out of bed after a hip replacement.

Watch this video to learn the importance of understanding your discharge instructions and why you need to ask questions to make sure you understand your instructions.

This surgery repairs a damaged shoulder joint. It reverses the position of the ball and the socket. This lets you move your arm with your deltoid muscle, instead of the muscles of the rotator cuff.

This surgery fixes damage in your knee. It replaces only the damaged parts of your joint, leaving the healthy areas intact. It lets your knee move naturally again.

Watch this video to understand how doing your post-operative exercises as prescribed will help you regain strength and reach your recovery goals.

See how doing your post-operative exercises as prescribed will help you regain strength and reach your recovery goals.

Watch this video to learn how to properly care for your incision and learn the signs and symptoms of infection.

Watch this video to learn when you should call your doctor after joint replacement surgery including symptoms to look out for and when you should get medical help immediately.

Watch this video to understand the importance of staying active after joint replacement surgery and tips to make life with your new joint easier.

Watch this video to learn how to do ankle pumps, an exercise which will help prevent blood clots and help with swelling, after knee replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn how to do standing heel raises, an exercise which will strengthen the muscles around your hip and knees, before and after joint replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn how to do Quad Sets to strengthen your muscles around your hip and knee allowing you to do more after joint replacement.

Watch this video to learn how to do heel slides properly to strengthen your joint after joint replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn how to do short arc quads properly to help you heal safely after your joint replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn how to do straight leg raises to strengthen your joints before and after joint replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn how to do long arc quads properly to strengthen your joints before and after joint replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn how to do a seated knee flexion properly to strengthen the muscles around your knee and in your legs before and after joint replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn how to do an arm chair push up properly to strengthen your muscles to help you get up from a seated position after joint replacement surgery.

Watch this video to learn how to do Gluteal sets properly to strengthen your joints after joint replacement surgery.

Your joints are the places where two bones meet. Some support your skeleton. Others allow different parts of your body to bend, twist and rotate. We want to keep all of your joints healthy and strong. Let's look at some simple ways to do that.

Use this chart to help you with your exercise instructions.

Exercises after knee replacement surgery are an important part of your recovery.

After knee replacement, an at-home exercise program can help you return to an active life sooner.

Customize your exercise program with your physical therapist.

After hip replacement, it's important to learn how to correctly and safely use your crutches or cane.