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Joint Replacement Surgery 

Hip & Knee Replacement Surgeon - Lehigh Valley

When physical therapy, medication and pain management aren’t enough to manage joint pain, joint surgery is oftentimes the best option. OAA's Joint Replacement Center is regionally recognized for its expertise in joint replacements for the hip and knee, as well as our commitment to medical education, teaching, and research in joint replacements and surgical options.

Let our fellowship-trained surgeons evaluate you for hip and knee problems. Request an appointment with one of our physicians today. 

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Your Trusted Joint Replacement Specialists in Allentown, PA

If you’ve been living for a prolonged period of time with an orthopedic condition of the joint, such as arthritis, you’re likely experiencing severe pain and loss of motion. Both of these symptoms can make moving through your daily life extremely difficult, even to the point where it feels impossible. That’s why OAA offers as many solutions to our patients as possible, including cutting-edge, minimally invasive treatment techniques that you may not find anywhere else.

Many of the patients we treat have been struggling with arthritis, a condition which affects the cartilage in the joints of the knees, elbows, shoulders and more. The two most common types of arthritis are:

  • Osteoarthritis, which occurs when the cartilage between the two bones in one (or more) of your joints becomes worn away or damaged. This is the most common type of arthritis and often affects adults as they get older.
  • Rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic inflammatory disorder which causes your immune system to attack the cartilage in your joints. 

If you do require joint replacement surgery for arthritis, you can trust the surgeons at OAA to offer the least-invasive option possible to reduce your risk factors, postoperative pain, and overall recovery time. If you have questions, want to learn more, or are ready to get started on your treatment plan, schedule an appointment with OAA today.

Specialists - Joint Replacement Center

Paul Pollice
Locations:
Allentown Office
Bethlehem Township Office
Lehighton Office
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Laura E Dunne
Locations:
Allentown Office
Bethlehem Township Office
Lehighton Office

Laura Bryan, PA

Physician Assistant
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FAQs on Joint Replacement: 

What Is Joint Replacement Surgery?

Joint replacement surgery is designed to replace and reconstruct lost bone and damaged cartilage. The three most common joint replacements are for the hip, knee, and shoulder. After the surgery, patients undergo physical therapy to learn how to successfully use their new joint. 

What Causes Joint Pain?

Pain in the joints can have many potential causes, including:

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Family history of joint problems
  • Minor repetitive injuries
  • Severe trauma to joint cartilage

Why Might I Need a Joint Replacement?

Joint replacement is designed to eliminate a patient’s joint pain, correct a deformity, and improve range of motion and mobility. If you are suffering with one or more of the following symptoms, contact a physician at OAA for an evaluation:

  • Severe joint pain
  • Stiffness
  • Limping
  • Muscle weakness
  • Limited motion
  • Swelling
  • Difficulty walking, climbing stairs, etc.

What Does Joint Replacement Treatment At OAA Look Like?

The physicians and clinical staff at our practice pride themselves on their ability to provide the finest individualized patient care. We provide:

  • Surgical procedures for all types of advanced joint replacements, including partial joint replacements, reconstruction, and complex revisions.
  • Treatment for all types of chronic joint pain using the most recent joint replacement techniques and arthritis treatments available.