Same-day discharge after surgery with total joint replacements option for patients

Same-day discharge for total joint replacement surgery is becoming more common. Until recently, most patients who need shoulder, knee or hip joint replacements have a one to two day…

Robotic-assisted surgery can aid surgeons during total joint replacements

Robotic-assisted surgery offers more options for patients considering total hip and knee joint replacements. Surgeons use this advanced technology to have more information about the joint to create a…

Hip resurfacing: Surgical option for active lifestyles

Hip resurfacing is a type of hip replacement where damaged bone and cartilage is trimmed from the hip ball and socket. Then, the orthopedic surgeon places a smooth metal…

Joint replacement recovery: When will I get back in the game?

Joint replacement patients often are able to return to work in a matter of weeks and resume most of their normal activities within a few months of surgery. Here’s…

Marshfield Medical Center-Eau Claire earns Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification

Marshfield Medical Center-Eau Claire earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The…

Shoulder replacement surgery: 3 things to know

Your shoulders support you during everyday tasks and have the largest range of motion of all the joints in your body. They must provide stability for tasks like lifting,…

Knee pain? Reasons to consider knee cartilage restoration

If your sore knee is causing you to cut back on favorite activities, you might be a candidate for knee cartilage restoration. Knee cartilage restoration involves removing damaged cartilage and…

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