Medical articles of Joint replacement

11/06/2026
Mr Issaq Ahmed
Orthopaedic Surgeon
What does enhanced recovery after joint surgery involve?
Enhanced recovery after joint surgery is a structured, evidence-based approach that helps patients recover more quickly and safely following procedures such as hip or knee replacement. It combines optimised pain control, early mobilisation, and coordinated care to reduce complications and shorten hospital stays.
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10/06/2026
Mr John Stammers
Orthopaedic surgeon
Pain after joint replacement: investigation, management and prevention
Joint replacement surgery is one of the most successful procedures in modern orthopaedics, helping thousands of patients in the UK regain mobility and reduce pain every year. However, a small proportion of patients continue to experience pain after surgery or develop symptoms months or years later. The key to managing a painful joint replacement is identifying the underlying cause through a systematic assessment. Once the diagnosis is established, treatment may range from physiotherapy and medication to advanced revision surgery. In many cases, modern imaging, computer-assisted planning and improved surgical techniques can successfully address the problem and restore function.
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10/04/2026
Written by Top Doctors
Recovery for joint replacement
Joint replacement procedures are one of the main methods to addressing prolonged joint pain and immobility, often stemming from arthritis or traumatic injury. In this article, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon explains what patients can expect during the recovery process after undergoing joint replacement surgery.
22/10/2025
Written by Top Doctors
Day case joint replacement: What you need to know
Joint replacement surgery has traditionally required a hospital stay of several days. However, advances in surgical techniques, anaesthesia, and rehabilitation have made it possible for some patients to undergo day case joint replacement, returning home the same day.
04/09/2025
Mr Erden Ali
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Osteoblast function, and improving their role in hip and knee replacements
Understanding osteoblast function and how this can be supported can explain why some patients recover more quickly than others, and how outcomes can be improved.
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19/08/2025
Mr Jonathan Miles
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Robotics in joint replacement surgery
For many people, joint replacement surgery offers the chance to restore mobility and improve quality of life. In recent years, robotic technology has become an exciting development in this field. In this article, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon explains what robotic joint replacement involves, its benefits, how it is used in hip and knee surgery, and how it can also assist in revision joint replacement procedures.
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16/07/2025
Mr Aroon Baskaradas
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Getting the best out of your hip and knee replacement
Hip and knee pain caused by arthritis or injury can significantly affect mobility, comfort and overall quality of life. For many people, treatment may involve surgery, but it's important to understand that joint replacement is just one of several options.
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04/06/2025
Professor Kuntal Patel
Orthopaedic Surgeon
When can I drive after joint replacement surgery?
Getting back behind the wheel is one of the most commonly asked questions by patients recovering from joint replacement surgery. In this article, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon outlines when it’s safe to drive again after surgery on the hip, knee, or shoulder and how to ensure you return to the road safely.
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29/05/2025
Mr Shilpith Shetty
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Benefits of robotic hip and knee replacement surgeries
In this article, a consultant orthopaedic shares the benefits of robotic surgery for conducting hip and knee replacements.
12/05/2025
Mr John Stammers
Orthopaedic surgeon
Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI): Causes, symptoms, and treatment
Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a rare but potentially serious complication that can occur following a joint replacement, such as a hip or knee replacement. In this article, we explain what periprosthetic joint infection is, why it happens, how it presents, and what treatment options are available for affected patients.
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