Joint Replacement - Week 5 PBL

Question 1

Difference between total and hemi arthoplasty?

Answer 1

Hemi - one part of the joint is replaced
Total - both parts of the joint are replaced

Question 2

What considerations occur when a patient might need a joint replacement?

Answer 2

Weigh up mobility v durability
Age
Occupation
Severity of symptoms
What other management has been tried (physio, analgesics, steroid injections)