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Below is a compilation of podcasts recorded on various topics related to hip and knee issues. Mercy doctors, rehabilitation specialists and even a former patient have shared their unique insight to help you better understand the processes involved in eliminating joint pain and helping you resume your normal, active lifestyle.
Our goal is to help equip you with the proper questions to ask when talking with your doctor and eliminate some of the mystery surrounding total joint replacement.
Simply click on the links below for the topics that interest you and watch the brief videos brought to you by Mercy.
Maxine Boisclaire ~ Knee Replacement Patient
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Maxine Boisclaire shares her personal experience of the life altering decision to have knee replacement surgery. She went from planning basic outings to the grocery store to conserve energy – to a restored freedom to garden and enjoy the simple pleasures of life once again, with assurance from Mercy every step of the way. |
David Ferneau ~ Physical Therapist
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David Ferneau discusses the role of rehabilitation and the physical therapist following joint replacement surgery. Why is rehabilitation important after surgery? When can patients expect to start rehab? How can rehab help ensure you get the full return on your investment of a new hip or knee joint? |
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Dr. Greene talks about when patients should consider hip replacement surgery and what questions you should ask your doctor after all other treatment options have been explored. Dr. Greene also explains what to expect when you make that first visit to the surgeon. |
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Learn why pain management plays such a key role in the success of knee and hip replacement. Dr. Haddadan starts this discussion with using pain management techniques prior to the decision for surgery and continues all the way through the importance of around-the-clock maintenance to enable patients to fully participate in the necessary rehabilitation after surgery. |
Stephen Howell, MD ~ Orthopedic Surgeon
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Total Joint Replacement ~ Everybody’s knee is different. That’s why Dr. Howell, one of the orthopedic surgeons at Mercy’s Methodist Hospital, helped to create a new, custom fit total knee replacement procedure. Learn how Dr. Howell combines MRI and 3-D images to pre-plan a patient-specific surgical procedure which reduces operating and recovery time.
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Knee Pain: cause, effect and treatment ~ If you're having knee pain, should you consider knee replacement surgery? Learn more about the possible causes of knee pain and when to consider the different treatment options available. |
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Many of the original “baby boomers” are maturing – and discovering they have joint problems at a younger age than the generation before them. Dr. James talks about the option of joint resurfacing for individuals in their 40s and 50s, which could be a better first step than a total joint replacement. He also explains the difference between joint resurfacing and joint replacement, as well as why age plays a role in this important decision. |
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