Osteoarthritis (OA) is also referred to as degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis. OA is one of the most common long-lasting disorders for the joints. It affects almost 27 million Americans. Since it is a joints disease it affects any kind of

 What is a Joint Replacement? Joint replacement surgery consists of replacing, in part or completely, the affected joint by a prosthesis. It allows later use with good mobility, improved joint function, thus relieving the patient with their pain. In most cases, it