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What to Consider When it Comes to Joint Replacement Surgery
Joint replacement, Joint Replacement Program, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Dr. Hohman

What to Consider When it Comes to Joint Replacement Surgery

Find out which approach suits you best and what to expect post-surgery for a pain-free, quality-enhanced life.…

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Robotic Surgery: What it is, why you should consider it
Robotic Surgery, Knee Replacement, Joint replacement

Robotic Surgery: What it is, why you should consider it

Technology is moving at a breathtaking speed in many areas of medicine – and surgical procedures are no exception. Thanks to recent advances, robotic surgery is becoming available in almost all the specialties of medicine. Data shows this technology is safe and effective compared with traditional surgical approaches. If you’re considering surgery -- including gynecological procedures, joint replacement surgery or prostate surgery -- your doctor may recommend a robotic-assisted surgery. Here’s what you need to know about this emerging medical technology.…

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When Medication and PT Aren’t Enough
Joint replacement, Hip Pain, Knee Pain, Joint Pain

When Medication and PT Aren’t Enough

Learn the crucial difference between minor aches and severe pain that requires medical attention. Dr. Donald Hohman, a joint replacement specialist, explains the stages of joint pain and how to discern when treatments like therapy, injections, or even joint replacement surgery become necessary.…

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Partial versus Total Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement, Joint replacement

Partial versus Total Knee Replacement

Discover the advancements in knee replacement surgery, providing effective remedies for chronic osteoarthritis and joint stiffness. Learn about the differences between partial and total knee replacement, as well as the advantages of each procedure.…

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Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery in Plano, TX
Robotic Surgery, Joint replacement, Knee Replacement

Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery in Plano, TX

If you’re one of the millions of Americans suffering from knee pain due to arthritis or an injury, and conservative treatments haven’t provided relief [1], you may want to consider robotic assisted knee replacement surgery, an advanced surgical technology offered at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery. Here’s what you need to know about this advanced knee surgery technology, one of a few key orthopedic solutions for knee pain.…

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What Is Hip Replacement Surgery & Do You Need It?
Hip Replacement, Hip Pain, Joint replacement, Joint Replacement Program

What Is Hip Replacement Surgery & Do You Need It?

Hip replacement surgery involves replacing portions of the hip joint with prostheses (implants). Most people undergo hip replacement surgery so they can move and walk without excruciating and chronic pain and stiffness often associated with degenerative issues such as arthritis.…

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What You Need to Know About Knee Replacement Surgery
Joint replacement, Knee Replacement

What You Need to Know About Knee Replacement Surgery

Planning for minimally invasive knee replacement surgery? Read this to find out everything you need to know about pre-operative care, what happens during the procedure and post-operative care.…

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Finding Solutions for Your Hip Pain
Joint replacement, Hip Pain, Hip Replacement

Finding Solutions for Your Hip Pain

Your hip joint not only bears the majority of your weight — it must do so while allowing for the wide range of motion that’s required as you walk, sit, bend, and twist. If you’re currently suffering from hip pain brought on by arthritis, injury, or wear and tear with age, you should know that Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery physicians offer both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for hip problems.   Our team is the right choice for treatment options to get you back to your active lifestyle.  Whether you need physical therapy, medication, or total hip replacement surgery, we’ll provide the solution that’s right for you.…

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Hip Replacement Surgery Gets Master Naturalist Hiking Pain Free
Patient Journey, Joint replacement, Hip Replacement

Hip Replacement Surgery Gets Master Naturalist Hiking Pain Free

As an avid hiker and Master Naturalist, Stephanie was determined her hip pain wouldn't stop her from enjoying the outdoors. After putting up with the pain for several years, Stephanie sought treatment with Dr. Donald Hohman, an orthopedic surgeon on the medical staff at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery.…

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All In The Family - Husband and Wife Undergo Joint Replacement And Get Back To Life, Together
Joint replacement, Dr. Hohman, Patient Journey

All In The Family - Husband and Wife Undergo Joint Replacement And Get Back To Life, Together

Concerned about the recovery from joint replacement surgery Ron has been putting off hip replacement surgery. But he wasn't the only family member that needed joint replacement. His wife, Cora, and son, Matt both suffered from joint pain and needed a solution too. That's when the Joint Replacement Program at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery became a family name for them.…

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