What’s the best age for a hip replacement? Here’s a hint: They aren’t just for people over 65 anymore. In fact, 76 million people in the United States experience some sort of hip pain. In the recent past, because hip replacements lasted only 10-15 years, doctors determined that they were only appropriate for older people. […]
Does it hurt when you walk up and down stairs? Is there pain in your hips when you bend over? Do your hips hurt when you lie down to sleep? Does pain from your hip often radiate down your leg? If you could say yes to any of the above, hip pain is most likely […]
Planning for hip replacement surgery may feel daunting at first, but with the right plan in place, you can make the transition into a more active life as easy as possible. When preparing for hip surgery, consider both pre- and post-op. It’s important to know what you can do now to help recover as quickly […]
Is hip pain affecting your daily life? Is it hard to walk the dog, go to the grocery store or complete other everyday tasks? If so, you may find yourself one of 300,000 Americans who will need a hip replacement surgery this year. When considering a hip replacement surgery, you’ll want to discuss with your […]
Dr. Jeffrey McLaughlin has been practicing orthopedics in the Fox Valley for nearly three decades. During this time, he has developed a reputation as one of the best orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin. Patients have trusted the outstanding care provided by Dr. McLaughlin and his team, many of whom have been at the Kennedy Center since […]
Thanks to improved surgical methods and modern pain-management techniques, Kennedy Center orthopedic surgeons are now offering a same day joint replacement option for total hip and knee replacement patients. What exactly does “same day” mean? Similar to an outpatient procedure, patients who have a same day hip or knee replacement are released from the hospital […]
The snow has melted, the courses are springing back to life, and temperatures are slowly warming up. It’s time to dust off your clubs for the first swing because it’s golf season again! But, if you’ve undergone hip replacement surgery during the winter, you may have questions about how to get back in the […]
When Can You Safely Resume Sexual Intimacy after a Hip Replacement? After a hip replacement, one of the more common questions that we get at the Kennedy Center is when you can safely resume sexual intimacy. Renewing intimacy after a hip replacement with your partner can seem daunting. You might be concerned about pain or […]
Even with new surgical techniques and improved hip implants, hip replacement recovery can feel like a long process. A successful rehabilitation requires patience, gentle exercises and ‘listening to your doctor’s orders.’ But after a few months of taking it easy and rehabbing your hip, you’ll be back to your normal activities, without the pain you […]
Today, the average hip replacement age is younger than ever. Thanks to baby boomers looking for a continued active lifestyle and the advancement of artificial joints, the average age of hip replacement patients is just under 65 years old and continues to decline. (At the Kennedy Center, we’ve seen patients as young as 40 getting […]
