Joint Replacement

Because like all surgeries, joint replacement procedures do require some recovery time, they are normally only considered after all other non-surgical options have been discussed and/or attempted. Normally, joint surgery provides significant and wonderful results for the majority of patients. At Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, patients have the advantage of being seen by physicians who have actually helped develop and launch joint replacement techniques and who are considered to be well-renowned authorities on the topic of joint replacement

Why Rothman?

The joint replacement team at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute performs more than 9,000 surgeries every year. Each member of the team is specially trained, has extensive experience and is skilled to perform total joint replacements. Every physician that is a part of this outstanding team of doctors has undergone extensive subspecialty training during his/her residency and fellowship. This team is at the cutting edge of new research in the joint replacement field and Rothman physicians are actually responsible for training other orthopaedic surgeons through international lectures, webcasts, and surgical satellite simulcasts.

Is it right for you?

If you experience pain in any of your joints due to physical activities such as walking, running, and climbing stairs, it may be time to have a Rothman Orthopaedic Institute specialists diagnose your case. Joint replacement may be the answer for you. When simply sitting in a favorite chair or sleeping in your bed causes enough pain to wake you or make your life extremely uncomfortable, joint replacement may be able to get you back to an active lifestyle with less pain.