Mary’s story about her Mako hip replacement

Osteoarthritis and Sleep Deprivation
One of the lesser-talked-about symptoms of osteoarthritis is sleep disturbance. While most people are aware that this degenerative condition damages joints, leading to pain, stiffness and loss of mobility, fewer know about the impact of osteoarthritis on sleep. How many people with osteoarthritis experience sleep problems? According to the Arthritis Foundation, a major non-profit organisation…
22nd July 2026
What’s the Difference Between Total and Partial Hip Replacements?
If you have a partial hip replacement, the natural socket of your hip is left intact and only the ‘ball’ part of your joint is replaced. With a total hip replacement, both the ball and socket part of the hip joint are removed and replaced with components made from metal, plastic or ceramic. These components…
10th July 2026
Timing is Key with Osteoarthritis Diagnosis and Treatment
Timing is important when it comes to diagnosing and treating osteoarthritis, which is a degenerative disease that leads to gradually worsening symptoms. If you wait too long before getting a diagnosis you can miss out on conservative self-care measures that could slow the disease in its early stages. Conversely, if you opt for joint replacement…
25th June 2026
Looking to Relieve Joint Pain? Read On….
Painful swollen joints can have a huge impact on your quality of life and overall wellbeing. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that is caused by gradual deterioration of the cartilage in your joints, leading to worsening symptoms. However, while there is no cure for the condition, there are plenty of things you can do to relieve…
15th June 2026

Mary’s story about her Mako hip replacement

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