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Upper Extremity Joint Replacement

If you’re considering shoulder, elbow, wrist, finger, or hand joint replacement surgery, we know it may seem overwhelming. At Red Bud Regional Hospital, the goal is to make the journey easier. The orthopedic team can see you through each phase of care, from pre-op education through your last inpatient therapy session.

If pain from bone, joint, ligament, or muscle problems is keeping you from enjoying life like you used to, you don’t have to travel far for relief. Red Bud Regional Hospital providers specialize in the treatment and rehabilitation of a wide range of injuries and disorders – from traumatic and sports-related conditions to chronic and debilitating joint pain.

So whether you want to get back to playing the piano or just tossing a ball with your grandchildren, it’s nice to know that you can count on skilled orthopedic care that’s close to home.

What is Total Joint Replacement?

Over time, the cartilage that cushions the upper extremity bones can wear away, causing pain and discomfort and making simple activities like writing and lifting unbearable. Total joint replacement is a surgical procedure where the worn-out surfaces of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, finger, or hand are replaced with man-made components. Total joint replacement can help reduce pain, allow easier movement, and get you back to a more active life.

Who is a Candidate for Total Joint Replacement?

Joint replacement surgery may be considered for those suffering from arthritic pain that severely limits the activities of daily living. It is recommended after careful examination and diagnosis of your joint problem and after more conservative measures such as exercise, physical therapy, and medications have proven ineffective.

How Long Will I Be in the Hospital?

With improvements in surgical techniques including minimally invasive upper extremity joint replacement solutions, and post-op care, it is common for many patients to be able to go home from the hospital after two or three days, if not the same day. Of course, each patient is different, but the goal should be for you to recover in the comfort and privacy of your own home as soon as possible.

Red Bud Regional Hospital provides joint replacement solutions in your area. Find an orthopedic surgeon to see if they can help.

*Persons with questions about a medical condition should consult a physician who is informed about the condition and the various modes of treatment available. Patient results may vary.

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