WHAT IS MIS “MINI INCISION” TOTAL HIP AND KNEE SURGERY?
More than 30 million people in the United States suffer from osteoarthritis. There are now new and exciting procedures using clinically proven implants for total hip and knee surgery. The implants are inserted through smaller incisions, which are typically 2-5 inches in length rather than the standard 10-12 inch incisions. Mini incision hip and knee replacement is a less invasive alternative to traditional joint surgery. It involves smaller incisions with specialized instruments. Another less invasive technique is hip resurfacing which preserves future femoral bone. Partial knee replacements are another specialty of Dr. Weeden, yet only about 5% of pts qualify for this procedure (partial replacement). We have noticed a faster rehabilitation and a shorter hospital stay in the majority of patients utilizing these new procedures. Some of our patients have been discharged from the hospital after 24-48 hours. These benefits may allow a faster return to work and daily activities. The minimal
