Looking for arthroplasty advice pro and con?

Pro-: Joint replacement or arthroplasty, when performed correctly with the proper indications, is a true success story in that it can return patients to many of their previous activities. There are some risks which should be reviewed with your board-certified orthopaedic surgeon prior to proceeding with the surgery.

Options: At the age of 44, you need to seek out an opinion about your arthritis from an orthopaedist who is fully versed in the full array of treatment options available, both surgical and nonsurgical. This would include possible pt, viscoelastic injections, supplements, etc. Surgery would include possibly arthroscopy, minimally invasive partial knee replacement, & tka.