Misdiagnosed Joint Issues: A Patient's Journey Through Multiple Surgeries
It took three surgeries to finally identify the issue with the spine? Hello Doctor, I had surgery for HIVD in December 2005, and my recovery was good. However, prior to radiation therapy, my wound may have come into contact with water, and I experienced unexplained fevers three...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
After total hip arthroplasty, patients typically need to rely on a cane for about three to six months. Using a walker allows for some weight-bearing, but it is advisable to discontinue the walker only after three to six months when there is no pain. Muscles that are not used for ...[Read More] Misdiagnosed Joint Issues: A Patient's Journey Through Multiple Surgeries
Exploring the New Artificial Hip Joint from Harvard and MIT
May I ask about the newly introduced artificial hip joints at your hospital? Dear Dr. Wang, I came across information online about your hospital introducing artificial hip joints developed collaboratively by Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Due t...
Dr. Wang Zikang Reply:
There are numerous types of artificial hip joints available on the market, each designed for different indications. For instance, ceramic artificial hip joints are commonly used for younger patients. In your case, due to the hip joint condition resulting from a femoral neck fract...[Read More] Exploring the New Artificial Hip Joint from Harvard and MIT
Do LEDs Affect Patients with Artificial Hip Joints?
Do light-emitting diodes (LEDs) have an impact on artificial joints? I am a patient with rheumatoid arthritis and have undergone hip joint replacement. I have a question for the director: I recently started working at a company that deals with light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and am ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Currently, there have been no reports indicating that LED light affects artificial hip joints.[Read More] Do LEDs Affect Patients with Artificial Hip Joints?
Can Dental Implants Be Safely Placed After Hip Replacement Surgery?
Is it possible to have dental implants after hip replacement surgery? Hello, Doctor: I underwent two total hip arthroplasties last year (in May due to a femoral neck fracture, I received a partial prosthesis, which was later removed in September due to postoperative infection and...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If a patient has artificial joints, it is necessary to use prophylactic antibiotics before undergoing dental treatment or surgery. Medication may need to be administered prior to the procedure, and strict postoperative monitoring is required. There is a risk of infection, but wit...[Read More] Can Dental Implants Be Safely Placed After Hip Replacement Surgery?
Understanding Post-Operative Hip Joint Infections: Causes and Solutions
Postoperative infection of the hip joint? Hello Dr. Shi, my sister-in-law inquired about post-operative hip joint pain on July 22. I underwent a hemiarthroplasty for a left femoral neck fracture at the end of April. After six weeks of recovery at home, I returned to work with a c...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If a bacterial infection is confirmed, the aforementioned management is a reasonable approach. After removing the infected prosthetic joint, it is essential to ensure that there are no bacteria present in the wound before proceeding with reoperation to implant a new prosthetic jo...[Read More] Understanding Post-Operative Hip Joint Infections: Causes and Solutions
Can New Ceramic Hip Implants Last 40 Years? Exploring the Latest Technology
Can a new artificial hip replacement really last for forty years? On August 28th (Saturday), I heard Dr. Wang discussing a new ceramic material on a radio program that can extend the lifespan of artificial hip joints to forty years. Could you please introduce this new technology ...
Dr. Wang Zikang Reply:
Dear Wang Xing Online User: Due to various reasons, including degenerative arthritis of the femoral neck and avascular necrosis of the femoral head, a total hip arthroplasty may be necessary. The current motion interface of artificial hip joints primarily consists of metal and hi...[Read More] Can New Ceramic Hip Implants Last 40 Years? Exploring the Latest Technology
Symptoms of Hip Implant Loosening: Understanding Instability and Gait Issues
What symptoms may occur if a hip prosthesis becomes loose? The inability to bend the knee is indeed due to severe wear and tear. Now, regarding the issue of walking with a limp and appearing unstable, could this be related to the loosening of a previously replaced artificial hip ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Loosening of artificial joints will definitely present with pain symptoms. Walking with a limp may also be related to insufficient muscle strength, or it could be due to unequal leg lengths. Additionally, a tilted pelvis can also contribute to such phenomena.[Read More] Symptoms of Hip Implant Loosening: Understanding Instability and Gait Issues