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The Bone & Joint Clinic Staff • February 12, 2025
Recognizing the Signs That You May Need a Joint Replacement

Your quality of life can be greatly impacted by chronic joint pain, which can make even simple everyday tasks difficult. Sometimes, joint replacement is the best course of action, even when conservative measures like medicine, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes might be helpful. Knowing when a joint replacement is necessary can help you take prompt action and improve your quality of life.


Persistent and Severe Joint Pain

Chronic pain that doesn't go away with rest or medication is one of the main warning signs. Everyday actions like walking, climbing stairs, and even sitting may cause this pain to continue. It might be time to think about getting a joint replacement if the pain keeps you up at night or makes it difficult for you to carry out daily duties.


Reduced Mobility Due to Joint Discomfort

Another crucial indicator is difficulty moving the joint freely. Your range of motion can be restricted by stiffness, swelling, or a grinding feeling, which makes it difficult to exercise, pursue hobbies, or even carry out daily activities like reaching or bending.


Frequent Dependence on Assistive Devices for Your Joints

If you have started using walkers, canes, or braces to get through the day, it may be a sign that the joint degeneration has gotten much worse. These gadgets aren't a long-term fix, but they can offer momentary comfort.


Ineffectiveness of Conservative Treatments for Joint Pain

In the early stages of joint problems, many people find relief with non-surgical treatments such as physical therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs, or injections. Joint replacement may be required, nevertheless, if these treatments no longer result in a noticeable improvement.

With improvements in methods and materials, joint replacement procedures—like hip or knee replacements—have become incredibly dependable and successful, with long-lasting outcomes. An orthopedic specialist can help you decide if joint replacement is the right course of action if you're exhibiting these warning signals. The experts at the Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge are here to help. Schedule an appointment today.

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