Joint replacement is considered when arthritis limits daily life despite medication, physiotherapy and activity changes. The decision depends on symptoms, examination and X-rays, not age alone, and the operation, recovery and rehabilitation are explained in detail beforehand.
Conditions commonly treated
- Advanced knee osteoarthritis
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Avascular necrosis of the femoral head
- Arthritis after old fractures or deformity
- Inflammatory arthritis affecting the hip or knee
When to book a consultation
Persistent pain, a visible deformity, a difference in limb length, a fracture that hasn't healed properly, or a second opinion before surgery.
This website provides general information and does not replace an in-person medical consultation. It does not offer personal diagnosis or treatment recommendations. In an emergency, go to the nearest emergency department.