A total joint replacement is a method of surgery used primarily by orthopedic specialists. During a total joint replacement procedure, painful or damaged joints are removed from the body and replaced with a device called a prosthesis. The prosthesis is specifically designed to imitate the movement of a healthy joint and can be made of metal, plastic, or ceramic. While total joint replacement is most commonly used to treat the hips and knees, this procedure can be performed on a wide variety of joints.
Dr. Horn offers total joint replacement on the following joints:
- Shoulder (primary and reverse)
- Knee (primary and reverse)
- Hip (primary and reverse)
When conservative treatments for severe arthritis, such as bracing, medication, steroid injections, and physical therapy, have not worked, Dr. Horn will often recommend joint replacement to help restore mobility and reduce pain. With over 25 years of joint replacement experience, Dr. Horn has successfully completed joint replacement surgery on thousands of patients. For knee replacements, Dr. Horn uses the latest technology to maximize benefits and allow a quick recovery process. Knee replacements are often performed in less than one hour, with the patient beginning physical therapy and walking independently with physical therapist supervision on the same day of the surgery. Typically, hospital stays range from 1 – 2 days. Following discharge, Dr. Horn’s patients will be able to utilize physical therapy in their own home and will be able to resume normal activities, like driving, within 6 weeks.
For hip replacements, Dr. Horn utilizes the latest surgical technique to provide his patients the possibility of a quicker recovery time. The anterior approach provides many benefits for patients undergoing hip replacements, including less damage to the surrounding muscles, less pain following the operation, and a quicker recovery time.
A total joint replacement can provide relief from the following conditions:
- Severe arthritis
Those who experience the following symptoms may require a total joint replacement:
- Interruption in daily routine due to joint pain or stiffness
- Pain that has not responded to non-surgical forms of treatment
- Pain caused by severe arthritis or damage to the joints
Patients suffering from joint pain in Baytown can expect the following benefits with a total joint replacement:
- Anterior approach for total hip replacements, leading to a faster recovery
- Increased movement in joints
- Low risk of complications
- Relief from joint pain
Dr. Horn performs total joint replacements and reverse shoulder surgery to help patients in Baytown, Texas and the surrounding areas get back to their daily routine without interference from joint pain. Following a total joint replacement from Dr. Horn, patients are able to regain full movement of previously damaged or painful joints. For those undergoing a total hip replacement, Dr. Horn utilizes the innovative anterior approach. This allows for a faster recovery time following a total hip replacement, as the hip joint is accessed from the front instead of the back or side.