Hip Replacement Testimonial
Brandy’s Story of a Total Hip Replacement – Featuring Dr. Picerno Watch the video below to see how Dr. Richard Picerno helped this patient get back to doing what she loves. Dr. Picerno is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and a fellow of the AAOS, and he practices at the JOI Baptist South Clinic. Learn more […]
Hip Replacement Procedure
Hip Replacement Procedure Hip replacement surgery is performed by removing the worn out pieces of your joint, the ball and socket, and replacing it with new parts made of plastic and/or metal. The healthy parts of your hip are left intact. Hip replacement surgery is most often performed when the joint is worn due to […]
Arthroplasty
Arthroplasty at JOI Should I Get a Joint Replacement? Getting a joint replacement is a big decision. There is not a set answer for everyone. It is a choice that should be made by you and your orthopedic doctor. Many people choose to get a joint replacement when they cannot do the things they love […]
Carson’s Story
A Testimonial About JOI Arthroplasty: Carson’s Story To View Carson’s Story Click this Link to our YouTube Channel Carson was suffering with three separate issues with his knee. He began struggling to find a physician that was willing to fix all three of his problems. That is until he found his way to The Jacksonville […]
Hip Resurfacing
Hip Resurfacing Watch this VIDEO about a success story of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Brett Frykberg. Hip resurfacing or the Birmingham Hip is a procedure where a metal cap is placed at the top of the femur and connected to a metal lining that is placed in the pelvic socket. It is an […]
Total Hip Replacement Early Limitations
Early Limitations Following Total Hip Replacement Surgery Total Hip Replacement A total hip replacement (THR) is a major surgical procedure performed to relieve individuals suffering in pain due to arthritic changes in the hip. With this surgery there are specific post- operative precautions to help prevent complications and allow for optimal recovery. The two most […]
Total Hip Replacement FAQ
Total Hip Replacement FAQ What is a Total Hip Replacement Surgery? This is probably the most common Total Hip Replacement FAQ. The hip joint is a “ball and socket” joint that consists of the head of the femur (thigh bone), and the acetabulum of the pelvis. These two bones each have cartilage on the end […]
Joint Replacement Surgery CMC Joint
Joint Replacement Surgery of the CMC Joint Joint replacement surgery is a procedure in which includes the removal or replacement of part or all of an arthritic joint surface with an implant. Many techniques and technologies have been proven to help improve the longevity and function of these implants. The thumb carpometacarpal or CMC joint […]
Joint Pain
Joint Pain Overview Joint pain can be caused by any injury or condition affecting any of the ligaments, bursae, or tendons surrounding the joint. Also, it can occur naturally as people age, and may be affected by their level of physical activity. It can be linked to arthritis, bursitis, and muscle pain. No matter what […]
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is inflammation that occurs inside a joint when the cartilage begins to breakdown. It is also known as degenerative joint disease. There are several types of arthritis but Osteoarthritis is the most common. OA can form in any joint of the body but is usually seen in the major joints, such as the knees […]