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The re-engineered adapters will be released according to market demand. The current schedule is as follows (subject to change). Sign up for the IMT-USA Newsletter for updates on availability. TBD, call for inquires. If the adapter you require is not currently available, please contact IMT-USA for information on modifying a broach handle to be compatible with the Woodpecker . Tray updated to include Sterilization Instructions. AAOS, www.aaos.org. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, www.maoa.org. Wright ...
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Dr. Bal Orthopedics
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Life with an Artificial Hip. How long will the artificial hip last? In most cases, the hip replacement should outlast your lifespan. The 15-to-20-year data on the longevity of hip replacement components is excellent, with more than 90 percent of the implants still functioning well in many studies. But, this is neither a guarantee nor assurance, for the simple reason that life is unpredictable. The longevity of a hip replacement thus depends on many factors, including the following:. What will weather cha...
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Arthritis and the Knee Joint. What is a degenerative knee joint? As cartilage gets rough, the friction in the joint increases. The result is an inflamed knee joint that swells and hurts. Arthritis and injury are usually responsible for degenerative changes in the knee. Pain, leg deformity, and disability can get severe enough so that patients seek help. Why does cartilage get damaged? What causes the painful and annoying symptoms of arthritis? Is the wear of knee cartilage inevitable with old age? While ...
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Dr. Bal Orthopedics
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Hip replacement surgery was pioneered by English surgeon Sir John Charnley about four decades ago. Before Charnley, other surgeons tried to rebuild arthritic hips with metal and plastic. Since then, advancements in science, engineering, and materials have contributed to a very predictable and reliable operation that has helped millions of people with hip arthritis. Indeed, hip replacement is among the most successful surgical interventions of the past century. Anatomy of the Hip. Arthritis and Hip Joint.
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Dr. Bal Orthopedics
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Prepare for your first appointment with Dr. Bal by completing our new patient form, from home, at your leisure. And the PDF form will download to your computer. You may complete the form in one of two ways:. Printing the form and filling it out by hand. Typing your answers into the form, then printing. Please bring your completed form with you to your appointment. If you have questions regarding insurance, please contact Whitney Brooks at (573) 884-8475. We look forward to meeting you. Where to Find Us.
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Dr. Bal Orthopedics
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Life with an Artificial Knee. How do I know if I have a metal allergy to the knee part? What will weather changes feel like in the knee? What do I need to know about future dental work and other surgery? The antibiotic will help prevent bacteria from getting into the blood stream and thus into your knee. The odds of this happening are very rare, but the antibiotic can reduce this already small risk. What antibiotics are used to protect the prosthetic knee joint if I have dental work? Cephalexin and amoxi...
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Dr. Bal Orthopedics
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Learn about all the things you need to do to prepare for knee surgery. Get answers to typically asked questions about the day of surgery. Find out what to expect after your knee surgery. If you are scheduled for surgery with Dr. Bal, download our helpful surgery checklists to help get ready for your procedure and your recovery:. Anatomy of the Knee. Arthritis and Knee Joint. Life with an Artificial Knee. Knee Videos and Animations. Top 10 Things to Know. Where to Find Us. B Sonny Bal, MD, JD, MBA.
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Dr. Bal Orthopedics
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Anatomy of the Hip. On the upper side of the pelvis (hip) bone is the acetabulum, or socket, of the ball-in-socket joint. The surface of the acetabulum is the only part of the pelvis replaced in either hip replacement or resurfacing. Or thigh bone, is the longest bone in the body. The femoral head. Is the ball in the ball-in-socket joint, and fits into the acetabulum. It sits on top of the femoral neck. Which marks the widest point of the hip area in the skeleton. Types of Hip Surgery. Resurfacing has be...
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Dr Bal’s practice is to use the anterior approach to minimize the trauma of hip replacement surgery. This is the favored approach for the following reasons:. No muscles or tendons are cut, but rather spread apart. Hip socket does not need to be dislocated during surgery. You can also download a printable PDF version of the information contained in these animations:. Hip Replacement Surgery: A Comparison of Three Approaches. Hip Replacement Surgery: Anterior Approach. Anatomy of the Hip. Where to Find Us.
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Dr. Bal Orthopedics
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Dr Bal’s Team. Linda Landry, BSN, RN. Linda has more than 30 years of experience in specialized orthopaedic nursing care. She manages the surgery schedule, hospital options, pre-surgical testing, and other preparation for the critical peri-operative components of your surgery. : landryl@health.missouri.edu. Rachel is our administrative assistant, and the point person for coordinating communication and connecting patients with the appropriate staff. : stockmanr@health.missouri.edu. Where to Find Us. Site ...
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