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  • Smaller Incision, Bigger Benefits: Why Active Adults Are Choosing Bikini Hip Replacement

    Smaller Incision, Bigger Benefits: Why Active Adults Are Choosing Bikini Hip Replacement

    Hip replacement surgery to treat chronic hip pain shouldn’t keep you from beach days, travel plans, or feeling confident in your favorite swimsuit. Let’s take a closer look at bikini hip replacement—a sleek, muscle-sparing approach that encourages faster healing with minimal scarring. Here’s why it’s becoming a top choice for active adults.

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  • Muscle-Sparing Knee Replacement with Mako Robotics: A Game-Changer for Active Adults

    Muscle-Sparing Knee Replacement with Mako Robotics: A Game-Changer for Active Adults

    Chronic knee pain can make everyday activities—like hiking, biking, or even a walk with friends—feel out of reach. But with muscle-sparing knee replacement using Mako Robotics, active adults can recover strength and mobility more quickly.

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  • Robotic Knee Replacement for Weekend Warriors: Get Back to What You Love

    Robotic Knee Replacement for Weekend Warriors: Get Back to What You Love

    For weekend warriors who push their limits on the trails or the road, knee pain can be a frustrating roadblock. If chronic joint pain is keeping you from hiking, cycling, or staying active, Mako robotic-assisted knee replacement offers a precise, muscle-sparing solution for end-stage arthritis. Today’s technology helps you recover faster, so you can get back to conquering new fitness challenges or weekend hobbies.

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  • The Best Foods for Joint Health: A Guide for Pre- and Post-Surgery Nutrition

    The Best Foods for Joint Health: A Guide for Pre- and Post-Surgery Nutrition

    As March is National Nutrition Month, there’s no better time to focus on how proper nutrition can support joint health—especially for those preparing for or recovering from knee or hip replacement surgery. What you eat plays a vital role in reducing inflammation, strengthening bones, and promoting tissue repair. Consider these dietary choices to optimize your body’s ability to heal and get back to an active lifestyle faster.

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  • Understanding Same-Day Discharge After Robotic Hip Replacement

    Understanding Same-Day Discharge After Robotic Hip Replacement

    Same-day discharge after robotic hip replacement provides life-transforming experience for patients living with chronic hip pain that limits their activities. This approach allows individuals to return home within hours of their procedure, offering convenience and comfort while maintaining safety.

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