Joint Center
Life is about being active, living to the fullest and enjoying
family and friends. Pain from hurting joints can mean doing less, limiting
activity and missing out. But people who experience chronic, severe
joint pain have many treatment options.
As one of the largest
hospitals in Maryland, Holy Cross
Hospital physicians perform thousands of orthopedic procedures each
year, including hundreds of joint replacement surgeries. Because each person’s
joint pain is different, we tailor treatment plans to each individual’s
needs. We offer a broad range of services and procedures to help alleviate
your joint pain – from mobility and exercise classes to joint replacement
surgery.
The Holy Cross Hospital Joint Center is an interdisciplinary
program that includes both pre- and post-operative services. The center provides
a specialized program that offers a continuum of care and support throughout
the joint replacement process. The goal of the center is to promote wellness
and independence through patient education, a dedicated team of professionals,
family involvement and group interaction. The joint center offers both traditional
and alternative treatments, as well as minimally invasive techniques. Ask
your physician which is best for you.
If joint replacement surgery is right for you, let us assure
you that it is a common and effective procedure that can relieve pain and
enable you to improve your quality of life. At Holy Cross Hospital, we are
here to help you through the process, from pre-surgical planning through
recovery. Because of our depth of experience and expertise, we can respond
to both physical and emotional concerns with true understanding and support.
We are also aware of the pivotal role that family and friends
play as your support system in your preparation and recovery. It is important
to us that your loved ones are involved in your care. The staff at Holy Cross
Hospital will work with you and your family to ensure both
you and your support system are prepared, educated and informed. We further
this commitment to cooperative care by encouraging you, in the initial stages
of preparation, to designate a family member of friend who will serve as
your "support coach" and will help you through the process.