NICE has released new guidelines recommending patients who undergo a hip replacement to begin rehab on the same day as their procedure. The new guidelines found under Joint Replacement: Hip, knee and shoulder, sets out the care of patients before and after joint replacement surgery. Here, we’ll look at why this new guidance has been […]
A new study has revealed that the more hip replacements a surgeon has carried out, the better the results will be. This may not be groundbreaking news, but it does highlight the importance of patients choosing an experienced surgeon. Experts have been advising patients for years to check how many procedures your surgeon regularly performs. […]
A new study has revealed that a hip replacement could also ease back pain. Experts have been looking into the connection between hip and back pain for many years and this recent study investigated whether patients suffering from back pain could benefit from a hip replacement procedure. So, does this mean all patients with back […]
The anterior hip replacement is not a new concept in joint surgery, but in recent years it has become more popular, partly due to it being promoted as ‘less invasive’, with surgeons even promising patients they will be up and about in a much shorter timescale compared to traditional hip replacement. As a result, patients […]
A new study has revealed the surprising benefits of undergoing a hip and knee replacement. It has long been known that joint replacement surgery can reduce pain and improve quality of life. However, now it’s been revealed that it could also benefit your marriage too. The study carried out in Quebec, Canada, was inspired by […]
Yesterday, we saw long queues form on our high streets as many non-essential shops reopened after three months of lockdown. As we move towards something approaching a normal life, attention is also turning towards what’s happening with the healthcare sector – both NHS and independent. Last week, a report from the NHS Confederation, which represents […]
Hip replacements are one of the most common joint replacement surgeries. When performed correctly, the procedure can help patients to return to a pain-free, better quality life. Prior to undergoing the procedure, it is helpful to learn as much about it as you can. While there is plenty of information and advice to be found […]
Recently, we took a look at what the future of elective surgery could be in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hospitals and surgeons here in the UK are obviously watching closely the experience in other countries and reviewing the data on potential increased surgical risks at this time. A large international study has just been published in […]
For the most part, joint replacement surgery is effective at helping patients live a pain-free, more mobile life. However, like any surgery, it does pose several risks and complications. While relatively rare, infection can occur after a knee or hip replacement. This is a devastating risk which requires immediate treatment. Celebrity Olly Murs has recently […]
In mid-March, all non-urgent elective surgery was cancelled in both the NHS and private sector in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. With numbers of infections and related deaths falling daily, Health Secretary Matt Hancock recently announced that some healthcare services would resume over the next few weeks. Certain areas were to be prioritised, including cancer […]