Joint replacement surgery is a surgical procedure that is used to replace a worn-out joint with a new one. It is often used to treat osteoarthritis,
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Dr Narasimha Reddy, from SLG Hospitals, Hyderabad, is an experienced orthopedic surgeon who specializes in joint replacement surgery. He has extensive experience in performing joint replacement surgery and is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to his patients.
In the initial stages of osteoarthritis, when the symptoms are mild, pain medications and exercises can help reduce the pain. However, as the condition progresses, simple analgesia may not be effective. In this stage, non-operative treatment modalities such as intra-articular steroid injection, viscosupplementation, PRP injection, and cooled radiofrequency ablation can help alleviate the pain and slow down the disease progression.
When the arthritis has reached a severe stage, a joint replacement surgery may be necessary. In this procedure, the worn-out surfaces of the joint are chiseled out and the bone ends are shaped to take a prosthetic joint, which is made of metal and plastic. After the surgery, physical therapy is essential to maintain joint flexibility and good muscle strength. Patients can usually start walking the next day after the surgery, and the stitches are usually removed two weeks after the surgery. After a month, the patient can usually walk completely unaided, with the support of a walker frame.
At SLG Hospitals, Dr Narasimha Reddy and his team of experienced surgeons use the latest technology and techniques for joint replacement surgery to ensure the best possible outcomes for their patients. They are committed to providing the highest quality of care and safety to their patients.
If you are suffering from joint pain and would like to learn more about joint replacement surgery, please contact SLG Hospitals at 040 23785678/ 7799235678 or [email protected].
