Hip and Knee Reconstruction:An Evolving Patient Population

摘要

The October issue of The American Journal of Orthopedics features articles focused on hip and knee adult reconstruction surgical procedures. Today's aging population is more active than ever. The original goals of pain relief with both hip and knee arthroplasty are no longer satisfactory in this population. These patients want to continue participating in more aggressive athletic and exercise programs that may prove detrimental to their implants.