Serviço de Orthopaedics
Joint Replacement
Hip, knee and shoulder replacement surgery.
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Joint Replacement é normalmente oferecido no âmbito de Orthopaedic Surgery, normalmente por orthopaedic surgeons. Os prestadores indicam eles próprios os serviços que oferecem; a HealthNaro mostra preços, horários e outros detalhes apenas quando o prestador os indicou.
What it involves
Joint replacement is an operation in which a damaged joint surface is replaced with an artificial one, made of metal, plastic or ceramic. It is most often done for the hip or knee. An orthopaedic surgeon performs the operation in a hospital, usually under general or spinal anaesthesia, and it is followed by structured rehabilitation.
Who it is for
It is considered for people whose joint is badly damaged, usually by osteoarthritis, and whose pain and loss of movement affect daily life after other treatments have been tried. The decision is made together with the surgeon after assessment, and not everyone is suited to surgery.
How long it usually takes
The operation takes a few hours, and the hospital stay is often short, from a day to several days. Recovery and rehabilitation continue for weeks to months.
What to expect
Before surgery you have assessment, tests and a discussion of benefits and risks. After the operation you start moving with help, often with a physiotherapist the same or next day. You are given exercises and instructions on wound care, and follow-up visits check progress.
Aftercare
Follow the surgeon's instructions about movement, walking aids, wound care and exercise. Attend all rehabilitation sessions. Contact the team if you have increasing pain, swelling, redness or fever, or calf pain and swelling.
When to seek it
Ask about surgery if joint pain and stiffness are limiting your life and other treatments have not been enough. Sudden severe pain, fever or an inability to bear weight needs prompt attention.
What affects the cost
Cost depends on the joint, the implant, the hospital stay, the anaesthetic, rehabilitation and any complications, and varies a great deal between facilities. HealthNaro shows a price only where a clinic has supplied a figure with a source and date.
Read more in our guide: An orthopaedic consultation for joint pain: assessment, options and when surgery is considered.
This page is general information and not medical advice. In an emergency, contact your local emergency number.
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