When Is It Time for a Knee Replacement?
Your doctor is the best resource for recommending knee replacement, but certain factors may hasten your need for surgery.
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Analysis Shows Rise in Osteoarthritis
About 58.5 million U.S. adults have doctor-diagnosed arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). By 2040, the CDC reports that the number is expected to increase to 78 million.
Young Athletes with ACL Injury are at Risk for Arthritis
Many young athletes who undergo ACL reconstruction can develop knee arthritis, which puts them at risk of early knee replacement and a less-active lifestyle.
Avoid Foot Pain by Wearing Supportive Footwear at Home
Wearing proper, supportive indoor footwear can help prevent chronic foot pain and conditions like tendonitis and plantar fasciitis.