Health News Archives

Biomarker Could Predict Severe Osteoarthritis
Those with highest levels are more apt to have joint replacement, study finds

Artificial Ankle Takes Giant Step Forward
Newly approved device allows pain-free mobility, experts say

Improved Hip Implants Can Last 20 Years
Younger, active patients will benefit from cement-less version, researchers say

Health Tip: Protecting a New Hip
Some "don'ts" after hip replacement surgery

Joint Replacement Soars as Number of Docs Falls
Low reimbursement rates turning many young doctors off the specialty, researcher says

A Checklist for Joint Replacement Surgery
Knowing what to expect before and after procedure aids healing, experts say

Surgeons Often Are Blamed When Hip Replacements Fail
Consumers urged to pay more attention to choosing the doctor, not the device

Younger Men Fare Best After Hip Joint Resurfacing
The new procedure is an alternative to hip replacement, but complications occur, experts say

Successive Births, HRT Use Boost Joint Replacement Risks
Early puberty also a factor in increased chance of knee, hip surgeries, study finds

Health Tip: After a Hip Replacement
How to help your recovery