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Medical Advancements in Hip & Knee Replacement

Medical Advancements in Hip & Knee Replacement

Experience the future of joint replacement at San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists. Discover groundbreaking advancements in hip and knee surgery, including longer-lasting implants, revolutionary pain management techniques, and image-guided precision. Our expert team is dedicated to helping you regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve your quality of life. Learn more about how these innovations can benefit you.

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Reduced Pain, Quicker Recovery: What to Expect from Tissue-Sparing Joint Replacement

Reduced Pain, Quicker Recovery: What to Expect from Tissue-Sparing Joint Replacement

San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists offers tissue-sparing joint replacement, a revolutionary technique pioneered by our own Dr. Harris. This minimally disruptive approach leads to faster recovery, reduced pain, and potentially better long-term outcomes. Click to learn more and see if tissue-sparing surgery is right for you.

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Joint Replacement Recovery: 3 Types of Physical TherAPy

Joint Replacement Recovery: 3 Types of Physical TherAPy

Undergoing joint replacement surgery can dramatically improve your mobility, but recovery requires physical therapy. San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists offers personalized plans with outpatient, home health, and inpatient rehab options to fit your needs. Our goal is to get you back to the activities you enjoy through a tailored program that rebuilds strength and flexibility.

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What Not to Do After Joint Replacement surgery

What Not to Do After Joint Replacement surgery

Regaining mobility after joint replacement surgery is fantastic, but proper care is key! Our guide explains what not to do to protect your new joint. Learn why high-impact activities are off-limits, discover the best low-impact exercises for recovery, and find out why following your doctor's recovery plan is crucial. Ensure a smooth recovery and get back to enjoying life with these essential post-surgery tips!

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STRAIGHT FROM DR. STRYKER: TOTAL KNEE  REPLACEMENT 101
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STRAIGHT FROM DR. STRYKER: TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT 101

Dr. Stryker uses a technique he created for first time knee replacement patients. He still makes an incision over the front of the knee. However, instead of cutting the tendon that attaches to the kneecap or the quadriceps tendon, he actually comes underneath the muscle and slides that muscle over the top to get into the knee.  Then, he uses a computer to help him align the cutting guides. He would, then, shave off the very end of the thigh bone and the very top of the shin bone to replace those with metal caps. 

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Why See an Orthopaedic Specialist?
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Why See an Orthopaedic Specialist?

Many assume that the only reason to visit an orthopedic surgeon (specialist) is for surgery, but that's simply not the case. Orthopedic doctors specialize in the musculoskeletal system: the muscles, nerves, bones, joints, and connective tissues. They see patients with a variety of conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, osteoporosis, tumors, pain (such as knee pain, hip pain, joint pain, and muscle pain). 

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