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Before you learn the arthroplasty definition, first you'll learn more about the anatomy of your joints.
Your joint is where a couple or more bones meet. You have various types of joints within your body. For instance, your knee is a "hinge" joint since it has the ability to straighten and bend almost like a door with hinges. Your shoulder and hip joints are referred to as your "ball-and-socket" joint where the round end of a bone will fit into a cup-shaped location of another bone.
Arthroplasty restores joint function. A surgeon can restore a joint by resurfacing the bones. A prosthesis (artificial joint) might also be used.
Numerous types of arthritis might impact your joints. Degenerative joint disease, or osteoarthritis, is a loss of your cushion or cartilage in a joint and is a very common reason for arthroplasty.