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Total Hip Replacement vs. Hip Resurfacing Surgery

By: William Davis | 2011-10-13 | Health and safety
As much as possible, doctors advise patients to put off hip replacement because a worn-out or defective hip device is difficult to remove. read more

What is Hip Resurfacing Surgery?

By: William Davis | 2011-10-13 | Health and safety
As much as possible, doctors advise patients to put off hip replacement because a worn-out or defective hip device is difficult to remove.An alternative to total hip replacement, hip resurfacing, offers a more favorable outcome especially to younger patients. read more

Hip Resurfacing: During the Surgery

By: William Davis | 2012-02-11 | Health & Fitness
Damaged and painful joints are often treated with medicines, alongside physical therapy, medical research says. For cases in which conservative treatment give no positive effects, surgical repair is recommended. The total hip replacement (THR) or the hip resurfacing arthroplasty, an alternative procedure, may be advised. However, a forum on medical technology finds out that metal-on-metal hip resu read more

What Happens During Hip Resurfacing

By: William Davis | 2011-12-06 | Health and safety
Medical research says that drugs, together with physical therapy, are frequently used as treatment methods for painful and damaged joints. read more

Hip Resurfacing Procedure

By: Katherine Russel | 2011-07-29 | Personal injury
In any invasive operation, the patient has the right to know what the procedure is, the devices to be used and the advantages and disadvantages of the operation to be conducted. As explicitly expressed in the latest news about the DePuy hip replacement lawsuit, the size of the hip cup used can determine what are damages likely experienced after a hip surgery. read more

Total Hip Replacement Surgery

By: Jessica | 2010-12-22 | Wellness
This kind of hip replacement process involves the removal of the affected socket and ball by means of surgery. read more

Total hip replacement surgery

By: GilbertRobbins | 2012-04-18 | Health & Fitness
The hip is the most weight bearing joint and most used joint in the body. Age degeneration often results from arthritis of joints also called as osteoarthritis. Other possible reasons include development of a bone tumour or accidental fracture or dislocation of the joint. read more

Distinguishing Between Hip Resurfacing Surgery And Total Hip Arthroplasty

By: William Davis | 2011-07-30 | Health and safety
Johnson & Johnson's subordinate company DePuy Orthopaedics manufactures the hip implants ASR XL Acetebular Hip System and ASR Hip Resurfacing System. Complaints were raised regarding these hip replacement products which allegedly inflicts harm to users. read more

Depuy Pinnacle Hip Replacement

By: aarenbrowns | 2011-04-15 | Business
The Pinnacle hip replacement is a total hip replacement system manufactured by Johnson & Johnson subsidiary, DePuy Orthopaedics. Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2002, the De... read more

All-Metal Hip Resurfacing Examined

By: William Davis | 2011-12-23 | Health and safety
The California Technology Assessment Forum(CTAF) published an assessment paper on October 19, 2011 raising a critical view on all-metal resurfacing. read more

Hip Resurfacing An Excellent Alternative To Hip Replacement

By: Jessica Albert | 2010-12-16 | Health & Fitness
Prior to opting for hip resurfacing, its important to consult your doctor. Try to go for the physical aids for reducing your pain, and if they doesn't work out, go for surgical operation. read more

Hip Replacement And Hip Resurfacing: Accessible And Affordable

By: johnson author | 2011-02-08 | Health & Fitness
If you've been diagnosed with arthritis in your hip, you know how difficult it can be to get around. Of course, some days are better than others, but in many cases, your pain levels and your mobility may be directly affected by weather conditions. Soon rather than later, you may become home bound. Formerly active adults and seniors find themselves sidelined, watching the world go by. read more

Asr Hip Replacement Recall

By: aarenbrowns | 2011-01-21 | Business
An ASR hip replacement is a surgical procedure that is an alternative to a total hip replacement procedure. read more

ASR hip replacement lawsuits

By: Susan Ardizzoni | 2010-10-01 | Women's Health
DePuy, the manufacturer of the ASR hip replacement system has announced a recall for two of its products. These products include the DePuy ASR hip Resurfacing System and the ASR XL Acetabular System. DePuy is offering compensation for this recall; however, you may want to discuss this with an ASR Hip replacement lawyer first to make sure your rights are protected. read more

Asr Hip Replacement Lawsuits

By: Susan Ardizzoni | 2010-10-01 | Health & Fitness
DePuy, the manufacturer of the ASR hip replacement system has announced a recall for two of its products. These products include the DePuy ASR hip Resurfacing System and the ASR XL Acetabular System. DePuy is offering compensation for this recall; however, you may want to discuss this with an ASR Hip replacement lawyer first to make sure your rights are protected. read more