Getting a 2nd knee replacement may be necessary if you have experienced degeneration or loosening from wear, complications such as infection or improper alignment, or changes in joint health.
In most cases, experiencing swelling after hip replacement is a normal part of the healing journey. Post-hip replacement swelling is usually due to a combination of the body’s natural inflammatory response while healing from surgical trauma caused to the tissues and gravity-induced fluid accumulation.
Canada’s average wait time for joint replacement has grown significantly over the last handful of years, raising concern for many Canadians suffering from debilitating knee or hip pain.
Hip flexor strains involve overstretching or tearing the muscles that enable you to lift your knee and bend at the waist, usually due to sudden movements or overuse.
If you’re wondering how soon you can drive after a knee replacement, the answer depends on several factors, ranging from your strength and mobility to the type of vehicle you will be operating.
It is only natural that many recovering patients are interested in getting back to the activities they love, including tennis, after hip replacement surgery.
American football is inherently a high-impact sport that requires explosive movements, rapid changes in direction, and jarring physical contact, all of which can stress your joints significantly.
Dr. Shane Martin
