Learning to Manage Chronic Joint Pain and Preparing for Joint Replacement Surgery

Treatment TermsJoint Replacement Surgery Sub-Title Duke Joint Health Program Helps People Become Stronger and More Active Author Erin Hull Overview Hubert Nall ’s knee pain was so bad last year that it limited his ability to walk, climb stairs and be active. However, that lack of activity also meant he wasn’t in great shape. It was a double-edged sword because his doctor told him needed to lose weight and increase his leg strength before he could be el igible for knee replacement surgery. Hero Imagejointhealthstill_01.jpg Preview Image Content Blocks CTA Header Learn More CTA ButtonJoint Replacement Surgery Patient Photo Featured Doctors William A. Jiranek, MD, FACS Andrea M. Christian, DPT, PT Morven Ann Ross, DPT, OCS, PT Date UpdatedTuesday, January 29, 2019 BodyDisplay in Announcement Section:  Archived Medically Reviewed DateThursday, January 31, 2019 Reviewer William Jiranek, MCThumbnail Image: Pin to Top of WiFi Page: 
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