Joint Health & Surgery Blog

Explore expert tips and insights on hip & knee replacement surgery, joint health, injury prevention, and more.

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Some people admire Canada for its publicly funded approach to healthcare; however, when it comes to elective surgeries, such as hip and knee surgery, patients often encounter frustrating delays that jeopardize their well-being.
We hear people sing the praises of good posture, but we don’t always recognize just how important it is. Good posture can have long-term effects on your overall physical health, from your spine to your muscles.
You know that exercise can offer many benefits, but it doesn’t just stop at helping you run farther. In addition to supporting stronger muscles and better cardiovascular health, sports and exercise are also excellent tools for promoting healthy joints.
If you’re experiencing joint pain in your knees, shoulders, hips or other areas, you’re not alone. Joint pain is common as we age. In fact, it affects roughly one-third of U.S. adults. 
Joint replacement surgery is a procedure in which damaged or arthritic joints are replaced with a device that helps restore normal joint function, making everyday tasks easier for someone who is experiencing joint pain.
Following partial or total knee replacement surgery, many patients are anxious to get back on their feet. The safest and quickest way to return to normal activities and aid in a full recovery is by completing regular knee replacement exercises. 
Joint replacement surgery is a procedure where a damaged joint, including cartilage and bone, is removed and replaced with one of the following: a metal device, a plastic device and a ceramic device.