Studies suggest that upwards of 20-25% of total knee and total hip replacements may be done earlier than recommended.
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Recommended a different option 60% of the time
A recent study highlights that patients who sought a second opinion for knee or hip arthritis received a different recommendation in up to 60% of the time.
Been told you don’t need joint replacement but pain is still holding you back?
With Dr. D and the Joint Effort Second Opinion, we assess your arthritis using existing X-rays, understand how pain affects your daily life, and help you identify the treatment options best suited to you.
Timing Matters
Patients who undergo TJR too early may not gain the expected significant improvements in their pain relief and mobility and are less satisfied with their outcomes after surgery. In some cases, they may actually have worse outcomes.
Better Preparation = Better Outcomes
Patients who are better prepared for their TJR surgery have faster recoveries and better outcomes.
Alternative Therapies
There may be alternative options for you other than TJR - including home exercises, physical therapy, lifestyle changes, special injections and newer cryotherapy, as well as other alternative pain management programs.
Joint Effort is designed with the patient in mind!
Dr. DiGioia has designed this program as a shared decision-making and informational tool to support the partnership between you and your providers in determining the best treatment plan just for you.
Simple and Accurate
Completely online with easy step by step instructions
Convenient
The evaluation can be done from the comfort of your own home
Supported
Readily available support team who can assist you through the process
Affordable
Provided for a flat fee introductory offer of $100
