Understanding the Risks
What are the risks of surgical implants?
Undergoing General Anesthesia
While anesthesia is generally safe, there are common side effects associated with it including nausea, dry mouth, vomiting, muscle aches and fatigue.
Hospital stay & lengthy recovery
Total joint replacement surgery typically requires a 2-4 day hospital stay and a post-operative rehabilitation period of up to 6 months.
Wound healing & scarring
The typical incision size for total joint replacement surgery is 5-10 inches, which will require time post-surgery to heal and will have permanent scarring.
Limited post-surgery activities
Most patients must limit their physical activities for a long period of time after surgery, sometimes for life, including impact exercises, running, contact sports, sitting cross-legged, and kneeling.
Chronic post-operative pain
Most patients must limit their physical activities for a long period of time after surgery, sometimes for life, including impact exercises, running, contact sports, running, sitting cross-legged, and kneeling.
