Download or read book A Patient s Guide to Knee and Hip Replacement written by Irwin Silber and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1999-03-30 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How to determine whether it's time for a joint replacement ... description of the surgery ... postoperative physical therapy ...
Download or read book A Patient s Guide to Hip and Knee Replacement written by Hugh Phillips (FRCS.) and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hip and Knee Surgery A Patient s Guide to Hip Replacement Hip Resurfacing Knee Replacement and Knee Arthroscopy written by Robert Kennon and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Hip and Knee Replacement written by Ryle L. Miller and published by W. W. Norton. This book was released on 1996 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the procedures of knee and hip surgery, looks at alternatives, and discusses symptoms, treatments, long-term prognosis, costs, and talking with doctors
Download or read book Knee Replacement Surgery A Patient s Guide written by Chris W Easton and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-01-31 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are many reasons people choose to have their knee replaced. Pain obviously, but more often than not, it's because you want to be able to participate again. Playing with the grandchildren, playing golf, taking an Alaskan cruise are all reasons people choose knee replacement surgery. Now that you've made the decision to have your knee replaced, let's discuss what you can do before AND after surgery to make your recovery as comfortable as possible!Chris Easton has been a physical therapist for two decades. Specializing in rehab for knee and hip replacement surgeries, he wants his patients to have the very best recovery possible.
Download or read book Adult Reconstruction written by Daniel J. Berry and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2007 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by leading experts from the Mayo Clinic, this volume of our Orthopaedic Surgery Essentials Series presents all the information residents need on hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow reconstruction in adults. It can easily be read cover to cover during a rotation or used for quick reference before a patient workup or operation. The user-friendly, visually stimulating format features ample illustrations, algorithms, bulleted lists, charts, and tables. Coverage of each region includes physical evaluation and imaging, evaluation and treatment of disorders, and operative treatment methods. The extensive coverage of operative treatment includes primary and revision arthroplasty and alternatives to arthroplasty.
Download or read book Personalized Hip and Knee Joint Replacement written by Charles Rivière and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-06-30 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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
Download or read book Comprehensive Guide in Knee Hip Arthroplasty written by Parag Sancheti and published by Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers. This book was released on 2019-03-18 with total page 562 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Patient s Guide to Unnecessary Knee Surgery written by Ronald P. Grelsamer and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-04-11 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year millions of Americas are told by an orthopedic surgeon that the only way to successfully get rid of their knee pain is to undergo some form of knee surgery. But so many of these procedures could have been avoided if the patient was fully informed regarding all the intricacies of his or her condition. In A Patient’s Guide to Unnecessary Knee Surgery, respected orthopedic surgeon Ronald P. Grelsamer intricately and accessibly conveys all the information regarding the knee and surrounding areas that any person suffering from knee pain would ever need to know in order to make an informed decision about treatment for his or her condition. Within this guide, you’ll find chapters on pertinent topics such as: • Reasons behind some of the leading causes of knee pain • Tips on how to understand the results of an MRI • Exercises to boost your knee health • Advice on how to find the best doctor for your needs • And ten other areas of knee-related health So if you’re suffering from knee pain, make sure to you grab A Patient’s Guide to Unnecessary Knee Surgery before you decide to undergo surgery.
Download or read book Arthritis of the Hip Knee written by Ronald Jay Allen and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A handbook that empowers you, the patient, to take control and become actively involved in decision-making, medical treatment, and rehabilitation of your hip or knee replacement.
Download or read book What to Expect with a Total Knee Replacement written by Katie Gatica and published by . This book was released on 2017-02-25 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides detailed information on every step of the process of having total knee replacement surgery. It will teach you how to gain the greatest benefit from your surgery, minimize complications and setbacks, and empower you to achieve the best results possible. This book is intended for every person planning to undergo total knee replacement surgery, as it will take you through the entire journey from pre-operative preparations to full recovery and beyond, arming you with important knowledge along the way. You will find detailed descriptions of: The multiple steps you need to take to prepare yourself and your home environment prior to the surgery, including pictures of pre-operative exercises you should be doing The process of the surgery itself What you can expect will happen during your hospital stay, as well as what is expected from you Potential post-operative problems to watch for, and what you can do to prevent them How to manage your pain and other side effects of the surgery Your entire course of post-operative rehabilitation, including important goals that you will be working toward at each stage of rehab What a stay in an inpatient rehabilitation facility might look like What to expect with home-based therapy What to expect from outpatient physical therapy, from your first visit until the end of your rehabilitation, including pictures of typical post-operative exercises you will be expected to do Life after rehab is over and how to get the most out of your new knee Tips for maximizing your success and avoiding pitfalls Some of the latest research guiding current medical practices surrounding total knee replacement surgery and rehab today Regardless of your current stage in the process of having a total knee replacement - whether you are still debating whether to do it or you are already halfway through your rehab - this book can help you every step of the way. Even caregivers, friends, or family members can use the information in this book to help the person having a total knee replacement to prepare and to succeed.This book was written by a physical therapist with focused experience in orthopedic rehabilitation. She has assisted countless patients undergoing total joint replacement through their hospital stays and their course of outpatient physical therapy, using the latest scientific evidence for successful outcomes.
Download or read book A Practical Operative Guide for Total Knee and Hip Replacement written by Ajit Kumar Mehta and published by Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Pvt. Limited. This book was released on 2015-03-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition presents the latest advanced in total knee and hip replacement. The book forms an essential and up-to-date resource for orthopaedic surgeons and trainees. This edition consists of more than 3000 cases of total knee and hip replacement surgery, with discussion on the management of various complications. The book is composed of fourteen chapters, many of which have been extended in this new edition, including Total Knee Replacement by Navigation System, Ultrasonic System for Cemented and Uncemented Revision Surgeries, and Complications and Revision Total Hip Replacement. Topics are further enhanced by over 500 full colour images. This edition also includes a supplementary DVD, featuring cruciate-substituting fixed bearing total knee replacement, cemented total hip replacement (C-stem), and an audiovisual presentation on education to arthritis patients. A Practical Operative Guide to Total Knee and Hip Replacement is an invaluable resource for both practising surgeons and trainees. Key Points Second edition with numerous revisions and additions bringing all information up-to-date Various techniques of postoperative analgesia new to this edition Includes DVD demonstrating surgical techniques Previous edition published in 2008
Download or read book Life After Hip Replacement written by Troy A. Miles and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-03-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Troy A. Miles gives patients a clear understanding of what to expect following hip replacement surgery. He reveals how patients can improve their odds of successful outcomes and includes specific activity recommendations for the weeks, months, and years following surgery. This comprehensive and thoroughly illustrated guide bridges the gap between scientific evidence and real world advice. Readers will find information on what to expect after returning home from surgery, learn about which home modifications are essential during the early recovery phase, and gain a better understanding of how to safely resume popular sports such as golf, skiing, and tennis. Dr. Miles welcomes readers of all ages to learn more about the rapidly evolving field of adult join replacement.
Download or read book A Patient s Guide to Knee Hip Replacement written by and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This program provides easy-to-understand information on knee and hip replacement surgery as well as arthritis, treatment options, and potential complications. Reviewed for accuracy by Western Orthopaedics.
Download or read book The Handbook of Hip Knee Joint Replacement written by Robert D. Holland and published by Innovative Orthopedics LLC and Roxytone LLC. This book was released on 2012 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!
Download or read book Total Knee Arthroplasty written by James Alan Rand and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 1993 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive reference on total knee arthroplasty describes all surgical techniques and prosthetic designs for primary and revision arthroplasty, discusses every aspect of patient selection, preoperative planning, and intraoperative and postoperative care.
Download or read book Life After Knee Replacement written by Troy A. Miles and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-07-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Takes readers on a journey through the recovery process following knee replacement surgery. At last, a definitive roadmap with defined steps anyone can take to minimize discomfort following total knee replacement. Dr. Miles shows readers how to increase the chances of successful surgical outcomes through proper nutrition, stretching exercises, physical therapy routines, and pain coping techniques. He offers a complete guide, starting with steps that anyone suffering from knee pain should take before considering surgery and questions to ask when meeting with potential surgeons."--Publisher.