Joint replacement technology topic of seminar
Joint and bone pain is a popular subject in Southwest Florida, which is not surprising considering the amount of physical activities residents and visitors can enjoy.
Whether you swing a club or racquet, prefer swimming pools or swamp walks, chances are you or someone you know has felt the pain of joint discomfort. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, one in three Americans suffer from bone and joint pain, but new technologies have been developed to help the distress.
Researchers, such as Dr. George Markovich, have developed new surgical methods for joint replacement which can reduce the incision size as well as bone irritation as well as muscle disruption, allowing for a less painful and quicker recovery.
Markovich, an orthopedic surgeon on the medical staff of Lee Memorial Health System, will discuss new technologies, debunk common myths regarding joint implants and answer questions as a part of the Well Informed Lecture Series Wednesday, March 24, from 5-6:30 p.m., at the Hyatt Place Coconut Point, 23120 Via Villagio, in Estero.
“If you are suffering from joint pain that impacts your quality of life, whether it is keeping you up at night or limiting your physical abilities, get help,” Markovich said. “The benefit of relieving symptoms through surgery can make a significant difference in the lives of those with joint and bone pain.”
Markovich advises people to seek help as soon as possible, because early detection and treatment lead to better results. Joint pain should not just be a job for the pain reliever bottle; to improve their quality of life, sufferers must seek medical advice.
About 773,000 Americans have a hip or knee replaced each year, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Disease, and with less risk than ever this number is sure to increase.
For additional information or reservations, call 239-433-8505 or visit www.HealthyBonita-Estero.org