Ankle Replacement
The best way to determine whether total ankle replacement is a good option for you is to see one of our skilled and knowledgeable surgeons in the U-M Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Center.
Medical Services related to Total Joint Replacement
Hip Replacement
Total hip replacement surgery involves both replacing the ball and modifying the socket of the hip joint. The misshapen ball or femoral head is replaced with a perfectly round artificial ball, which is usually ceramic but is sometimes made of metal. The ball is attached to the thigh bone (femur) with either a titanium stem that is press-fit into the bone (the method most commonly used with younger, more active patients) or an alloy material that is attached with an acrylic bone cement.
Knee Replacement
Total knee replacement surgery involves capping off the ends of the thigh bone (femur) and shin bone (tibia) with metal and plastic. In some instances, the kneecap (patella) may be also be covered with a plastic cap or button. These new, artificial knee joint components are usually attached using cement. In addition to total knee replacement, a partial knee replacement procedure may be an option for some patients.
Shoulder Replacement
Does your shoulder pain keep you up at night or keep you from doing what you want to do? Has your primary care physician suggested shoulder replacement? If so, you should know that the surgeons at the University of Michigan Health System are experts in shoulder replacement have performed hundreds of these procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions: Hip Replacement
Answers to frequently asked questions about total hip replacement surgery including the difference between the anterior and posterior approach; details about hip resurfacing and how to choose a surgeon.