According to the National Institutes of Health, since joint replacement surgery can help restore a person’s mobility and quality of life, it is becoming increasingly common across the United States. It is estimated that each year, more than three-quarters of a million Americans have joint replacement surgery for hips, knees, shoulders, fingers, ankles and elbows.
Those considering surgery can find answers to many of their questions in a new booklet from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) called � Joint Replacement Surgery: Information for Multicultural Communities .� The booklet is available at no charge in English and Spanish. NIAMS is involved in supporting research into the causes, treatment and prevention of diseases of bones, joints, muscles and skin. Research contributing to the information in the booklet was funded by NIAMS. The easy-to-read guide explains what to expect with joint replacement surgery, including some of the possible risks and side effects of the procedure.
For a closer look at some of the facts and answers check out the full article HERE.
For those who are looking for alternatives to surgery and would like to try the all-natural route, supplements can help with joint pain. Flexcin is helping thousands of people around the nation and even the world find relief from arthritis and joint pain in a safe and all-natural solution. The primary component of Flexcin�" is CM8�" (cetyl myristoleate). Of all the ingredients in Flexcin, CM8�" is the most powerful. CM8�" functions in three different ways. First, it acts as a highly effective lubricant in the joints, muscles and other tissues, allowing them to move smoothly. Decrease or loss of morning stiffness is commonly noted shortly after commencing treatment. Next, CM8�" functions as an anti-inflammatory. Relief from swollen joints is often seen after the 4th or 5th week of treatment. Third, it is also an immune system modulator, which can be effectual against autoimmune diseases, such as arthritic conditions. CM8�" relieves joint pain at its source, reducing inflammation and irritation of the joints and tissues. It also has been helpful for many sufferers of muscle tension and fibromyalgia.