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Below you will find articles from Dr. Deans to answer some of the most popular questions regarding surgery and care.
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"When it is time to consider total hip replacement?"
Hip pain can develop gradually or appear after injury, but over time it can become increasingly limiting. For many patients, the question is not whether something is wrong, but when it becomes time to consider hip replacement surgery . The goal is not simply to relieve discomfort. The goal is to RESTORE your mobility to REGAIN your life. What Is Hip Replacement Surgery? Total hip replacement , or total hip arthroplasty, is a procedure in which the damaged portions of the hip
Christopher Deans
Mar 31


"When is it time to consider a knee replacement?"
Knee pain is common, particularly with aging, prior injury, or arthritis. For many patients, the question is not whether something is wrong, but when it becomes time to consider knee replacement surgery . The goal is not simply to treat pain. The goal is to RESTORE your mobility to REGAIN your life. What Is Knee Replacement Surgery? Total knee replacement, or total knee arthroplasty, is a procedure in which damaged cartilage and bone are replaced with a prosthetic joint. Thi
Christopher Deans
Mar 21


Can anti-inflammatory diets help joint pain? 10 foods to eat and 6 to avoid
What’s inflammation, and how does it affect my joints? Inflammation is a natural process that contributes to your body’s healing and cell...
Christopher Deans
Sep 17, 2025


Arthritis 101: What is it? Am I at risk? How is it treated?
An estimated 58.5 million adults in the United States have arthritis. A number that is expected to increase as our population gets...
Christopher Deans
Sep 17, 2025


Common Items That May Hinder Infant Hip Developement
There are numerous infant equipment options on the market these days. From swings and car seats to jumpers and slings, how can a parent...
Christopher Deans
Sep 17, 2025


Recovery Tips After Knee Replacement Surgery
The most common knee surgery for arthritis that is unable to be managed by lifestyle changes or medications is a partial or total joint...
Christopher Deans
Sep 17, 2025


What You Need To Know About Knee Replacement Surgery
Cartilage is the smooth tissue that covers bone ends in joints. This allows them to glide without friction. When cartilage wears away due...
Christopher Deans
Sep 17, 2025


Questions to Ask You Doctor Before Knee Replacement
Cartilage – the tissue that covers the end of your bones where they connect at a joint – allows your bones to glide over each other...
Christopher Deans
Sep 17, 2025


Can you regrow cartilage?
Question: I have a knee that is bone-on-bone. The cartilage is pretty much gone. I’ve seen on Facebook that you can regrow cartilage to...
Christopher Deans
Sep 17, 2025


Enhanced Recovery Protocols in Joint Replacement Surgery
Joint replacement surgery is a significant procedure that can greatly improve a person's quality of life. However, the recovery process...
Christopher Deans
Aug 20, 2025


Choosing the Right Orthopaedic Surgeon for You
Finding the right orthopaedic surgeon can feel overwhelming. With so many options available, how do you know who to trust with your...
Christopher Deans
Aug 20, 2025
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