Joint Replacement

Taking a walk, getting in and out of a chair, playing sports, driving a car — these and countless other activities may be difficult if you’re experiencing chronic joint pain.

Joint replacement surgery is a common, highly successful treatment option for people living with severe pain caused by arthritis, injury or other joint-related conditions. The procedure involves removing damaged bone and cartilage and implanting a state-of-the-art mechanical joint.

At Riverside Healthcare, our joint replacement program has brought life-changing relief to thousands of men and women throughout Kankakee, Bourbonnais, Frankfort, Watseka and surrounding communities. We can do the same for you through:

Nationally Recognized Care

For more than a decade, Riverside has earned elite five-star ratings for both knee and hip replacement. That means you can count on the highest standards of safety and care, right in your own community. Many of our surgeons are also well known nationally for helping pioneer new and enhanced hip and knee prostheses.

Full Range of Options

Your surgeon will work closely with you to find the right procedure, depending on the severity of your condition and your unique needs and preferences. In addition to total joint replacement, we also specialize in joint repair and reconstruction, as well as partial joint replacement if your arthritis is confined to one area and conservative treatments like physical therapy or medication no longer provide relief. Because only a single portion of the knee is replaced, you may get back on your feet faster.

Advanced Techniques

Riverside’s orthopedic surgeons are trained some of the most sophisticated techniques and technology available in joint replacement. That includes MAKO robotic-assisted technology, which allows us to generate a 3D model of your unique joint area to precisely plan your surgery. During the procedure, your surgeon guides a robotic-arm based on that plan, allowing for exact positioning of your implant while helping preserve healthy bone.

We also offer a full range of minimally invasive options like anterior hip replacement, a muscle-sparing alternative to traditional hip replacement. For you, this may mean often significantly less pain, a shorter hospital stay and faster recovery.

Total Support for the Journey

We know joint replacement surgery can feel overwhelming. That’s why our Total Joint University program is designed to put you at ease. Every step of your journey is highly coordinated, starting with pre-operative testing and an educational class so you know just what to expect before, during and after your procedure. From there, we’ll guide you seamlessly through surgery, physical therapy and life with your new joint.

Faster Rehab and Recovery

With our specially designed program, plus the latest implant technology and surgical techniques, our patients spend less time in the hospital and in postoperative rehabilitation than the national average. Working one-on-one with a physical therapist, many of our patients are up and walking the same day as surgery, and back home in as little as 24 hours.

Is Joint Replacement Right for You?

For more information, and to request your appointment with a specialist, call (815) 802-7090 or fill out our quick form. You can also find a joint replacement specialist anytime online.