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What do you think about having bone spurs removed by lazer rather than having a hip replacement?

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Dr. Joseph De Santi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Laser Lags Replacing: In general, such laser destruction is only a temporary fix for a mechanical problem. Usually bone spurs are the result of mechanical forces stressing the bone in such a way that it reacts with new growth. Chronic inflammatory conditions can precipitate this as well. Replacement of the joint will provide a more lengthy result to improve pain and function, however even they can need replacement.

Answered 1/3/2016

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