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Think Twice Before Choosing Knee Replacement
For someone whose knee is sore and creaky, the prospect of replacing it with a new, metal-and-plastic version of the joint can be beguiling. The surgery seems so easy and to promise so much: better mobility, less pain, an approximation, almost, of youth. But there is growing evidence that many people considering knee replacement surgery would be better served to first try other ways to improve their knees.
The message is that people should question the need for surgery. The article states that patients should question the need for surgery. “Ask your doctor how advanced your arthritis really is,” Dr. Riddle advises. Think about consulting a physical therapist about exercise programs that could strengthen the joint, reducing pain and disability, Riddle says.
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Last modified: Tue, 03 Mar 2015 14:09:45 GMT