Arthritis Surgery in Calgary

Arthritis Surgery can be an effective treatment for cases of arthritis that don’t respond to more conservative treatments, such as rest and pain medication. Arthritis surgical options range from minimally invasive procedures to total joint replacements.

Arthritis Surgery

Some people with arthritis may require surgery. This Arthritis Surgery can help repair or replace a damaged joint. In doing so, it can reduce pain and improve the way the affected joint functions. There are different types of arthritis surgery, including arthroscopy, joint resurfacing, osteotomy, and TJR. Other types of arthritis are less commonplace and have specific systemic origins. It is customary that Blood tests and x-rays are used to help determine the diagnosis to help with reduction of symptoms and treatment.

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Many people can manage their arthritis symptoms through exercise, diet and treatment. However, sometimes the challenges of living with the disease require surgery to help with pain, reduced mobility and decreased quality of life.

There are a number of different kinds of surgeries to treat arthritis, often depending on your age, level of mobility and the joint affected.

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Self Help

exercise to maintain joint movement
massage or physio therapy
Use ice and anti-inflamatories such as ibuprofen to decrease inflammation
Wear sturdy shoes with good support and orthotics to prevent further breakdown of joints
eat a well balanced diet

Not everyone with arthritis will need surgery, but it can help to reduce pain and improve your mobility. In this section you can find out about the common types of surgery for people with arthritis, how it could help you and what the recovery process involves.

Walking helps prevent complications like blood clots, improves circulation, and keeps your joints limber. You don't have to wait until you return home after surgery. Most patients can start walking while still in the hospital.

The thought of surgery can be daunting, but it can sometimes be your best option to improve your quality of life. Talk to your arthritis care team to understand the pros and cons and see if surgery is the right option for you. Arthritis surgery performed by our plastic surgeons can repair or replace the affected joint(s). There are different options for treatment depending on your needs. Joint Fusion is recommended for severe bone deterioration. During surgery, your surgeon will remove the arthritic surface.

As a general rule, Arthritis Surgery procedures are performed on an out-patient basis in an Alberta Health Services (AHS) approved Surgical Center or in a Hospital. Surgical procedural costs are covered by AHS or the patient may opt for private surgery to avoid a waiting time. A visit to Feldman & Leavitt Foot And Ankle Specialists will CLEARLY define all available patient options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common symptoms in arthritis?

What are the most common causes in arthritis?

Causes
The two main types of arthritis, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, cause different types of joint damage.

Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis, is caused by wear and tear on a joint's cartilage — the hard, slick coating on the ends of bones where they form a joint. Cartilage cushions the ends of the bones and allows for nearly frictionless joint motion; however, enough damage can result in bone grinding directly on bone, causing pain and restricted movement. Wear and tear can occur over time or be accelerated by a joint injury or infection. Italso affects the bones and the connective tissues that connect muscle to bone and hold the joint together. The joint lining may become inflamed and swollen if the cartilage in a joint is severely damaged.

Arthritis rheumatoid
The immune system of the body attacks the lining of the joint capsule, a tough membrane that encloses all joint parts, in rheumatoid arthritis. This lining (synovial membrane) swells and becomes inflamed. The disease process can eventually destroy joint cartilage and bone.

Risk elements
Arthritis risk factors include:

Family history-If your parents or siblings have arthritis, you may be more likely to have it yourself as some types of arthritis run in families.
Age-Age raises the likelihood of developing several types of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and gout.
Your sexual orientation-Women are more prone than males to get rheumatoid arthritis, but most of the people who have gout, another type of arthritis, are men.
Previous joint injury-People who have injured a joint, say while playing a sport, are more prone to subsequently develop arthritis in that joint.
Obesity-Your knees, hips, and spine are particularly strained when you carry extra weight. Those who are obese are more likely to get arthritis.

How do you treat arthritis?

Injections are a popular arthritis treatment that delivers medication directly to the affected joint. Cortisone, a powerful anti-inflammatory, is the most commonly used medication for joint injection. Alternatives to cortisone may be used depending on the joint, such as artificial joint lubricant (also known as viscosupplementation or hyaluronic acid) or platelet-rich plasma. Non-surgical options frequently include oral medications (anti-inflammatories), injections (steroids or other), physical therapy, weight loss, shoe changes, or orthotics such as shoe pads or custom-made braces.

Is it necessary for me to have doctor surgery for my arthritis?

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At Feldman & Leavitt Foot and Ankle Specialists, we are dedicate to providing quality foot and ankle care to all ages of patients. We believe that prompt diagnosis, early intervention and prevention are essential for the care and treatment of your feet. We provide a full range of podiatric medical care including both conservative and surgical therapies in our Calgary clinic.

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Arthritis Surgery in Calgary