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What Can You Not Do After a Knee Replacement?

After a knee replacement, also known as knee arthroplasty, it is important to follow your doctor’s instructions for post-surgery care to ensure a successful recovery and minimise the risk of complications. The recovery time will vary by patient and what type of knee surgery is performed. Generally, however, there are some activities that patients should […] Read More

What Is a Hip Replacement?

A hip replacement, or hip arthroplasty, is a surgical operation carried out to reduce hip pain and allow movement of the legs. The surgery replaces parts of the hip joint or the whole joint with an artificial replacement hip.  A traditional whole hip replacement involves a single, large incision to the leg hip joint, displacing […] Read More

What Is the Difference Between a Cancer Diagnosis and Prognosis?

A cancer diagnosis comes before a prognosis. A diagnosis is given by a doctor, after tests have been performed, and will identify what type of cancer a patient may have. Meanwhile, a prognosis is delivered after the diagnosis and predicts the outcome of the disease itself.   What Is a Cancer Diagnosis?  Before giving a […] Read More

How Long Does It Take to Recover After Knee Replacement Surgery?

Recovery time after a knee replacement will vary by patient, as all bodies are different. Generally, it takes about eight weeks to recover from the surgery itself. After the surgery, it may take around three to six months to fully recover from knee replacement surgery.   A patient’s recovery will depend largely on the extent to […] Read More

What Happens When Chemotherapy Doesn’t Work?

Chemotherapy is one of the most common ways cancer is treated. Chemotherapy  How Does Chemotherapy Work?  Depending on the type of cancer diagnosed, chemotherapy may be the only treatment needed. However, in most cases, chemotherapy treatment is combined with other treatments like surgery, radiation therapy or targeted immunotherapies.  Chemotherapy itself is the use of specific […] Read More