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Joint Replacement Resources

When it comes to recovering from hip, knee, shoulder, or another joint replacement, information about the healing process—as well as assistance with how to handle it—is right at your fingertips. The following organizations offer materials and information online that can help you become more educated about joint replacements and their potential complications, as well as guiding you to health care professionals who can help you.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

1-847-823-7186

www.aaos.org

American College of Rheumatology

1-404-633-3777

www.rheumatology.org

Arthritis Foundation

1-800-283-7800

www.arthritis.org

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)

1-877-22-NIAMS (226-4267)

www.niams.nih.gov