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What are the chances of someone having to get a joint replacement with rheumatoid arthritis?

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Dr. Jimmy Bowen answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Joint replacement: Very common if the RA has been destructive to the joint.

Answered 9/30/2020

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Knee replacement: The indication for knee replacement is severity of pain that affects your wakling and daily functional activity (xrays does not determine need for replacement). Orhto will help with in making a decision.

Answered 10/16/2012

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