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or most patients, osteoarthritis symptoms can be successfully managed through non-surgical care. For some, however, if they are experiencing severe joint damage, extreme pain, or very restricted mobility, surgery may be a viable option. Common types of surgery for osteoarthritis of the hip or osteoarthritis of the knee include arthroscopic surgery, osteotomy, and arthroplasty (total joint replacement). | |||
*See Knee Surgery for Arthritis and Total Hip Replacement for Hip Arthritis | |||
While the potential benefits of surgery, such as improved movement and pain relief, can be enticing, it is important to remember that any surgery comes with risks. These risks are higher for patients who are overweight or have other co-morbidities, which is a concern for many osteoarthritis sufferers. | |||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Surgery
or most patients, osteoarthritis symptoms can be successfully managed through non-surgical care. For some, however, if they are experiencing severe joint damage, extreme pain, or very restricted mobility, surgery may be a viable option. Common types of surgery for osteoarthritis of the hip or osteoarthritis of the knee include arthroscopic surgery, osteotomy, and arthroplasty (total joint replacement).
- See Knee Surgery for Arthritis and Total Hip Replacement for Hip Arthritis
While the potential benefits of surgery, such as improved movement and pain relief, can be enticing, it is important to remember that any surgery comes with risks. These risks are higher for patients who are overweight or have other co-morbidities, which is a concern for many osteoarthritis sufferers.