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The knee is a hinge-like joint, formed where the thighbone, shinbone, and kneecap meet. Over time, cartilage can wear away and the knee becomes stiff and painful. An artificial knee joint can replace the painful joint and restore movement. Learn more about the joints and knee replacement surgery.

You and your care team will evaluate how well you can care for yourself at home. You may need friends, family, or a home health aide to help with chores and errands.

Exercising is the only way to regain your strength and range of motion. With continued exercise, you may gain more strength and range of motion than you had before surgery. Learn more about what you can expect.

Follow these tips for home safety after joint surgery.

Swelling is common after total knee replacement. Read this for steps you can take to reduce the amount of swelling you experience after your surgery.

You can keep your knee healthy by knowing the right moves and staying away from the wrong ones. Some activities may be permanently restricted.

Here is what to expect in the hospital after a total hip replacement.

After a total hip replacement, you'll continue to recover at home and find yourself returning to your daily routine. The key to becoming active again is to stick with your recovery program. Read more for tips on getting back to an active lifestyle.

A total hip replacement is major surgery and the recovery can be long. Learn more about how you can protect your new hip and have a good recovery after you leave the hospital.