Joint ReplacementStephanie Arrington

Joint Replacement Research suggests that more than a

million people a year are getting a total joint replacement.

More than half will be younger than 65. Joint replacement are most typically an

artificial hip or knee.

What is a joint? A joint is formed by the ends of two or

more bones that are connected by thick tissues.

Joints also contain a variety of fibrous connective tissue such as ligaments, which connect the bones together and tendons which connect muscle to bone and cartilage, which covers the ends of bones and provides some cushioning.

Joint

Each joint has cartilage and synovial fluid. Both plays an important part in having a healthy joint.

Arthritis Arthritis is inflammation of one or more of

your joints. It is the main reason a person would require a joint replacement.

The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age.

There are two main types of arthritis. Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis

Osteoarthritis Which is a Degenerative joint disease. Most common form of arthritis. Is a condition that can affect any area of

the body. Osteoarthritis is usually caused by a

gradual deterioration of cartilage in joint articular surfaces.

Osteoarthritis (cont.) When joints lose this covering through

degeneration, boney surfaces are unprotected.

The joint’s raw surfaces become rough, stiff, and inflamed.

Osteoarthritis gradually worsens with time, and no cure exists. But osteoarthritis treatments can slow the progression of the disease, relieve pain and improve joint function.

Risk Factors: Osteoarthritis Age - those over the age of 45 are more

likely to develop osteoarthritis. Gender- more likely in females. Weight – excessive weight can apply

undue pressure on joints. Overuse – high-impact sports are

strenuous occupations can exacerbate the deterioration of joints.

Symptoms: Osteoarthritis Localized pain at the site of the arthritic

joint Pain that radiates along a nerve Headaches A feeling of stiffness or soreness Fatigue

Osteoarthritis

Impact of Occupational Performance

ADL’S IADL’S

Work disability Reduced ability to deal with household

duties Sleep disorders

Rheumatoid Arthritis It is a chronic progressive autoimmune

disease causing inflammation in the joint. Rheumatoid arthritis affects the lining of

your joints, causing a painful swelling that can eventually result in bone erosion and joint deformity.

Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body's tissues.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (cont.) RA can last for years, some people can

go long period of times where they do not experience symptoms.

In addition to causing joint problems, rheumatoid arthritis sometimes can affect other organs of the body — such as the skin, eyes, lungs and blood vessels.

Risk Factors: Rheumatoid Arthritis

Gender - women are more likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis than men are.

Age - rheumatoid arthritis can occur at any age, but it most commonly begins between the ages of 30 and 60.

Family History - if a member of your family has rheumatoid arthritis, you may have an increased risk of the disease.

Symptoms: Rheumatoid Arthritis

Joint pain and swelling Stiffness, especially in the morning or after

sitting for long periods Fatigue Tender, warm, and swollen joints Morning stiffness that may last for hours Firm bumps of tissue under the skin Malaise (feeling ill) Loss of appetite, which can lead to weight loss Muscle aches

Impact on Occupational Performance

ADL’S Leisure Work Self-Care

IADL’S Taking care of household Children

Joint Replacement Surgery The arthritic joint parts are replaced by

metal or plastic parts. Hospital stay 3 to 4 days according to

healing process. Low complications

Although Rheumatic Diseases, such as Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

are debilitating diseases, there are measures a person can take to get their

life back to a functioning level.