A supportive guide to help you understand your options
Living with ongoing hip or knee pain can slowly wear you down. You may have adjusted how you walk, stopped activities you love, or learned to ‘push through’ discomfort, but deep down, you know something needs to change.
If you’re wondering whether joint replacement surgery could help, this guide is for you.
You may benefit from joint replacement surgery if you
- Experience daily pain that limits walking, standing, or sleeping
- Have tried physiotherapy, injections, or medication with limited relief
- Avoid activities you once enjoyed due to pain or stiffness
- Feel your independence or confidence is being affected
- Have been told you have arthritis or joint degeneration
Joint replacement isn’t about ‘giving up’, it’s about regaining quality of life.
What can joint replacement surgery help with?
Many of our patients report improvements in
- Pain reduction or elimination
- Mobility and balance
- Sleep quality
- Confidence and independence
- Ability to enjoy daily life again
At East Sydney Private Hospital, joint replacement surgery is available under a no-gap model for eligible privately insured patients.
Not sure whether joint replacement surgery is the right step for your pain and lifestyle?
A simple, no-pressure conversation can help you understand
- Whether joint replacement may be appropriate for your situation
- How the no-gap program works with your health fund
- What recovery and rehabilitation typically involve
What next steps (if any) feel right for you
Disclaimer: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. The content on this page is general in nature and does not constitute medical advice. Before commencing your surgical journey, please seek medical advice from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.