Is that trick knee causing you problems? Is the pain of arthritis in your hip having an impact on your daily life? If so, you may be a candidate for joint replacement surgery. Each year, about 435,000 Americans have a hip or knee replaced. Research has proven that even if you are older, joint replacement can help you move around and feel better.

The replacement of joints, especially the hip or knee, is becoming increasingly more common. The Center for Joint Replacement, located at Saint Clare's Hospital/Denville, utilizes a comprehensive care program designed to get patients back on their feet quickly.

In the new Center, joint replacement surgery patients receive coordinated care that emphasizes education and teamwork. The Center is focused on an integrated program of surgery, rehabilitation, and recovery, with staff that provide a high level of personal care in a supportive, family atmosphere. The result is a winning combination that works!

Features of the new Center include nurses and therapists who specialize in the care of joint patients, six private rooms, an emphasis on group activities as well as individual therapy and care, a Joint Care Coordinator who organizes and monitors all pre and postoperative care, and effective pain management. Family and friends receive educational instruction and are encouraged to participate as "coaches" in the recovery process of their loved one.

When joint replacement surgery is scheduled at Saint Clare's, patients are provided with an extensive patient guide that provides easy-to-understand instructions for patients to follow from six weeks before surgery until three months and more after surgery. This guide allows patients to enter surgery in the best possible condition, and helps them recover more quickly and efficiently.

For more information on the Center for Joint Replacement, or to determine whether you're a candidate for joint replacement surgery, contact your orthopedic specialist or call 973-983-5581. You may also click here for our Online Inquiry Form.