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A Lifespan of Relief: How Long Does a Hip Replacement Last?

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You have been suffering from pain in your hip for years, preventing you from enjoying activities you once loved. Even a simple walk around the neighborhood has become unbearable, and sports are out of the question. Then you found relief with a hip replacement. But how long does a hip replacement last? Will it be reliable through the decades or will you need to schedule another one sooner than you’d prefer? Hip replacement is one of the most successful surgeries in medical history. The longevity of a hip replacement depends on a number of factors, including age, the material used, […]

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Having Total Knee Replacement Surgery? 5 Tips for You

Total knee replacement surgery is one of the most successful surgeries in medical history. While this procedure used to be exclusively performed on older adults with arthritic joint deterioration, we’re also seeing total knee replacement surgeries in younger patients. But what does that ultimately mean? It means that the vast majority of those 800,000 have been able to regain their mobility without the agonizing pain they had before. Each of those surgeries represents a grandfather now able to play with his children, an athlete being able to return to the basketball court, or someone who can move more comfortably. Are you […]

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What You Need to Know When Going to the Orthopaedic Surgeon

I have been involved in orthopaedics for decades — in fact, pretty much all my life. I remember my orthopaedist as well as I remember my pediatrician. Showing up for being pigeon-toed, bow-legged, multiple injuries and eventually coming full circle and being allowed to work with him as a medical student. I even thought about going into practice with him and eventually taking the reins as he retired. I guess I’ve always known what we do in the realm of doctors, but I am sometimes surprised that many people do not. What Is an Orthopaedic Surgeon? What can orthopaedic surgeons […]

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Direct Anterior Hip Replacement

We are excited to offer the newest techniques in hip replacement including the DIRECT ANTERIOR APPROACH which provides for faster recovery, less time out from activity and work, and smaller incisions. Dr. Jones and Dr. Benedict are both performing this newest technique for the benefit of our patient’s recovery. As always, we strive to stay involved with the latest, safest and most beneficial services for the Triangle area and beyond.

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