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EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 5 MIN

What to Consider Before Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery

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Thinking about a hip or knee replacement, but unsure if it is the right next step? Joint replacement specialist Chris Pelt, MD, explains what these procedures are designed to treat and who may benefit most. Learn the health factors that affect candidacy, the role of imaging and conservative care, and the three major signs that pain may be interfering enough to justify a serious conversation about joint replacement.

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