Artificial Joints; Prosthetic/Prosthesis Implanted to Replace Diseased or Damaged Joint
Artificial joints are a prosthesis or prosthetic joint, made of metal, ceramic, or plastic, which is implanted to replace a diseased or damaged natural joint. Joints can be damaged by various causes, arthritis, injuries, and other diseases. Replacement arthroplasty, also known as joint replacement surgery, is an invasive procedure of cosmetic orthopedic surgery where an arthritic or degenerative joint surface is replaced by artificial joints . This operation involves the surgical reconstruction of a joint and its surrounding tissues. When serious joint pain or stiffness is not relieved by more-restful non-surgical therapies, joint replacement is usually considered as an effective treatment. Although replacement arthroplasty is more invasive than other joint reinstalls, it can often be performed in less time and at a lower cost than other reconstructive surgeries. Other factors that can cause arthroplasty to be recommended include prior damage to the joint, the presence of osteoarthriti