Mr. Justin Craig Morrison, PA is in Leland, NC specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Mr. Justin Craig Morrison, PA is affiliated with EmergeOrtho and EMERGEORTHO PA.
1168 East Cutlar Crossing
Leland, NC
5160 Ocean Highway W
Shallotte, NC 28470
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
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He has a state license in Virginia.
Licensed In: Virginia
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Mr. Justin Craig Morrison, PA has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Mr. Justin Craig Morrison, PA from all over the web to help you find the right in Leland, NC.
PA Morrison has helped get me out of pain. When I went to see him, I was suffering from psoriatic arthritis and my knee was swollen and I was in terrible pain. PA Morrison gave me a shot and I've been out of pain for going on 3 months now. I'd prefer him to a doctor. I'm not exactly sure of the dates I saw him, but I've seen him twice and will make an appointment when I need him again.
Mr. Justin Morrison's specialties are orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He practices in Shallotte, NC and Leland, NC. In his practice, Mr. Morrison focuses on replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement). He is professionally affiliated with EmergeOrtho.
