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Common questions about loose joint replacements

If your hip or knee replacement doesn't feel quite right, you're not alone in wondering why. Mr Sulaiman Alazzawi, who specialises in revision hip and knee surgery, answers the questions patients ask most often about loosening – what causes…

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Can DAA be used for revision hip surgery?

The Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) is well established as a muscle-sparing technique for primary hip replacement, working through a natural interval between muscles rather than cutting through them. As surgeon experience with DAA has grown,…

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How is periprosthetic joint infection diagnosed?

Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is one of the most serious complications that can occur after a hip or knee replacement. Thankfully, it is uncommon, but when it does happen, diagnosing it quickly is essential. The earlier an infection is…

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What is the recovery from revision knee replacement?

If you are facing revision knee surgery, one of the most important things to understand is that recovery will take longer and require more patience than it did after your original knee replacement. Many patients do go on to achieve significant…

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What does revision hip replacement surgery involve?

If you have been told that your hip replacement is no longer working as it should, the prospect of further surgery can feel daunting. Revision hip replacement is a more involved procedure than the original operation, but it is also a well-established…

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What happens on the day of hip replacement surgery?

Preparing for hip replacement surgery often brings a mix of relief and nerves. Most patients have been living with pain and reduced mobility for some time, so there is usually a sense of excitement about finally moving forward, alongside understandable…

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Can I return to sport after a hip replacement?

For many patients’ considering hip replacement surgery, one of the biggest concerns is whether they’ll be able to return to the sports and activities they enjoy afterwards. The goal of surgery isn’t just to relieve pain, but to restore…

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When is revision hip or knee surgery necessary?

Joint replacement surgery is designed to be long-lasting, helping patients return to a more active and comfortable life. However, like any mechanical system, artificial joints can wear out or develop problems over time. When this happens, a…

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What is the difference between partial and total knee replacement?

If knee pain is starting to affect your day-to-day life, you may have already come across the term total knee replacement. But when arthritis is confined to a single knee compartment, a partial knee replacement can be a very effective alternative. In…

FAQs

Common questions about loose joint replacements

Can DAA be used for revision hip surgery?

How is periprosthetic joint infection diagnosed?

What is the recovery from revision knee replacement?

What does revision hip replacement surgery involve?

What happens on the day of hip replacement surgery?

Can I return to sport after a hip replacement?

When is revision hip or knee surgery necessary?

What is the difference between partial and total knee replacement?

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