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Joint Replacement Surgery

Osteoarthritis is the most common reason to perform a joint replacement surgery according to Dr. Carlos Alvarado, Orthopedic Surgeon with Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative process which damages the joint. It can be knee or hip replacement and the doctor affirms it is a procedure fairly routine.

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