Knee replacement Nikolaos Zervakis MD, MSc . AKnee arthroplasty is the invasive method used to replace a partial or total joint of the knee that is suffering, mainly due to knee osteoarthritis and any other degenerative joint disease. In this case, the damaged articular cartilage of the thigh and shin is removed and replaced...
Hip Arthroplasty Nikolaos Zervakis MD, MSc Hip arthroplasty involves replacing the diseased joint with a metal prosthesis. It is usually recommended in cases of hip osteoarthritis. Initially, based on the findings of the radiological examination, the damaged femoral head is removed. Then, the specialized orthopedic surgeon creates a recess in the pelvis...
Shoulder Arthroplasty Nikolaos Zervakis MD, MSc Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Shoulder arthritis that causes pain and stiffness may require shoulder replacement surgery. The ball of the shoulder is replaced with a metal ball implant. The socket of the shoulder blade may or may not be filled with plastic. Shoulder replacement implants use metal alloys and polyethylene...
