In the past years, there has been a huge increase in the number of young people getting hip and knee replacements.  In the past, these devices were reserved for the elderly, but as more and more people live and want to maintain active lifestyles, these implants are becoming an option for the young. In fact,…

In a February 2012 issue of the journal BMJ, scientists reported on the problems common to all metal on metal hip implants. First, revision rates with metal on metal hip implants are much higher than with other types of implants.  Second, metal poisoning is an unfortunate reality of these implants as well. The metal used…

With most metal on metal hip implants having reports of complications, you may be wondering what steps you should take if you have received an implant. If you suspect that your hip implant may be causing complications or may be one of those subject to a recall, first contact your doctor’s office to get more…

Millions of Americans suffer from chronic hip joint pain.  Whether from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or an injury, many of these individuals do not respond well to medication and therapy.  In order to resume a more normal life and level of activity, many of them turn to hip replacement. There are several options when it comes…