The orthopaedic surgeons in the University of Florida Division of Adult Reconstruction at Shands Jacksonville provide expert medical care for patients, evaluating and treating degenerative joint disease, arthritis of the hip or knee or those requiring joint replacement.
A history and physical examination are supplemented with blood tests, radiographs (X-rays), computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MRI) scans or bone scans.
The surgeon will talk to the patient about their symptoms and medical history then examine the affected area, as well as related areas. Radiographs are commonly obtained to view the injured or painful area. CTs and MRIs may be ordered as well.
Treatment options include:
Knee arthroscopy - examination and treatment of cartilage tears within the knee joint using a camera and small skin incisions
Partial knee replacement - replacement of the inside or outside of the knee joint only
Total knee replacement - complete resurfacing of the knee (thigh bone, shin bone and knee cap)
Partial hip replacement - replacement of the ball of the hip only
Total hip replacement - complete replacement the hip (ball and socket)
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