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Orthopaedics
Joint Replacements
We perform primary and revision total joint replacements of hip, knee and shoulder joints when they are damaged by arthritis. Most of our joint replacement patients are discharged from hospital to home or the community on the 4th day after surgery.
Pre-Operative Clinic
Patients scheduled for joint replacement surgery attend our pre-operative clinic. The clinic visit is scheduled up to 2 weeks before surgery. This allows time for patient and family information and education. Anesthesia and medical consults, diagnostic tests (blood work, X-ray, cardiogram), and paperwork are also completed. As a result, patients are able to sleep at home the night before their surgery rather than being admitted the day before for tests.
Preoperative Education Classes
Hip and knee Surgery patients can sign up for our free preoperative education classes to help prepare them for their surgery. Click here to learn more about our Pre-Surgery Education Program for Hip and Knee Replacement.
Total Hip Replacement
During a total hip replacement or total hip arthroplasty, both parts of the hip joint are replaced by artificial implants or prostheses.
The femoral (or leg) implant has a stem that extends into the canal of the thigh bone; the acetabular (or hip) component is placed inside the socket, or cup-like structure, of the hip. The femoral implant then fits into the cup-like structure of the hip, this combination allows the worn out area of the hip to be replaced by an implant which restores natural movement.
A total hip replacement may include the following benefits:
- Improved movement
- Improved mobility and stabilization
- Decreased joint pain
- Increased leg strength
- Improved quality of life – the ability to return to normal activities and hobbies
Before recommending a hip replacement, your doctor may prescribe walking aids such as a cane, medication and/or physical therapy in an effort to relieve pain and improve the function of your hip joint. Most degenerative problems will at some point require replacement of the painful hip with an artificial hip replacement.
Total Knee Replacement
More joint replacement surgeries are performed at Trillium on the knee than on any other joint. Knee replacement surgery is recommended for patients with severe knee pain and disability caused by damage to cartilage from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis or trauma. It is highly successful in relieving pain and restoring the function and use of the knee.
A total knee replacement may include the following benefits:
- Reduced joint pain
- Increased movement and mobility
- Increased stability
- Improved quality of life – the ability to return to normal activities and hobbies
Post-Operative Recovery
Following surgery, inpatients are transferred from the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit to the 29-bed Orthopedic Unit (Orthopaedics 1J), Our orthopaedic team provides patient- and family-centred care.