Common joints that may be replaced:

• Knee

• Hip

• Shoulder

• Elbow

• Ankle

Why joint replacement is done:

• Osteoarthritis (most common reason)

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Joint injury or trauma

• Bone diseases

Benefits:

• Reduces joint pain

• Improves mobility and quality of life

• Allows a person to return to normal daily activities

In simple terms:

Joint replacement means taking out a painful, damaged joint and putting in a new one to help the person move better and feel less pain.