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A 57y/o friend is going for a knee replacement surgery. any advice before going forward?
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Many options: There are many online sites that can provide helpful information. Reliable sites include: www.Aaos.Org www.Aahks.Org your orthopaedic surgeon should be your primary source of information to answer any specific questions that you have.
Answered 6/25/2014
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