Roper St. Francis

Hip & knee joint replacement

Experienced orthopedic surgeons at Roper St. Francis Healthcare provide advanced hip and knee replacement care to help reduce pain and restore movement. With personalized treatment and coordinated support, you can move forward with confidence.

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Step forward with confidence

Living with a damaged or diseased joint can make even simple daily activities uncomfortable. We can help you move better and regain your independence. Our highly skilled surgeons are typically among the first in the Charleston region to offer the newest hip and knee replacement procedures. And our care is nationally recognized. You can find peace of mind knowing you’re in good hands.

Our numbers speak volumes

  • 1900+

    The number of joint replacement surgeries we perform each year.

  • 10%

    Roper Hospital ranks among the top 10% of hospitals nationally for hip and knee replacements.

  • 1.27

    The average number of days our joint replacement patients stay in the hospital after surgery.

A reputation of excellence

U.S. News and World Report has ranked Roper Hospital as “high performing” for hip replacements and knee replacements. This designation recognizes the hospital’s performance as being among the top 10% in the nation for these procedures.

Roper Hospital and Mt. Pleasant Hospital are also Blue Distinction Centers for Knee and Hip Replacements, which speaks to our commitment to quality care, safety and excellent patient outcomes. 

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Hip and knee treatment

Every joint replacement journey is different, which is why we offer a range of advanced surgical options tailored to your specific needs, lifestyle and long-term goals.

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We offer partial and total joint replacement, including minimally invasive techniques when appropriate. Mako SmartRobotics™ technology may be used to help plan surgery and precisely place your implant.

Benefits may include:

  • Faster recovery
  • Less tissue disruption
  • Shorter hospital stays

When traditional open surgery is the better option, our experienced surgeons use precise techniques to restore mobility and long-term function.

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Not all hip procedures are the same. Your care team will recommend the approach that best fits your condition, anatomy and goals. 

Treatment may include:

  • Arthroscopy: Uses small incisions and a camera to repair damage inside the hip joint and may help delay the need for replacement.
  • Avascular necrosis treatment: When reduced blood flow causes bone tissue to die, advanced cases may require joint replacement.
  • Revision surgery: If a previous hip replacement becomes loose or worn, revision surgery can help restore strength and function.
  • Total hip replacement: Replaces the damaged joint with artificial components designed to restore smooth movement and improve mobility.
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When joint damage limits your mobility, knee replacement surgery may help reduce pain and restore function. 

The knee replacement procedures we offer include:

  • Cartilage repair: Cartilage repair procedures may help restore damaged tissue in the knee and, in some cases, delay or prevent the need for knee replacement.
  • Total knee replacement: If arthritis damages only one area of your knee, surgeons may be able to replace only the damaged portion, preserving healthy bone and tissue. just the damaged section. In a total knee replacement, surgeons replace the entire knee joint with artificial components.
  • Revision knee surgery: If a previous knee replacement becomes loose or damaged, revision surgery may be recommended to improve stability and function.
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After joint replacement surgery, we focus on controlling your pain and getting you moving as quickly as possible. We’ll likely have you up and walking the day of or the day after surgery.

Once we know you can get in and out of bed on your own, manage steps and do other activities safely, we discharge you. Some people go straight home. Others benefit from a short stay in a rehabilitation facility. 

We send you home with exercises to do and arrange for physical therapy to start at home 48 hours after your discharge. Therapy helps you get stronger and more comfortable. We’ll also give you the information you need to care for yourself and explain details about follow-up care. If questions come up, our team is always available to help.  

Your hip and knee replacement team

Meet the fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons who specialize in hip and knee replacement. Their experience and patient-centered approach help guide you through every step of treatment.

Hip and knee replacement locations

Take the next step toward less pain and better movement with care that’s close to home. Our hip and knee specialists offer services at multiple locations across the greater Charleston area, making it easier to get started and stay on track.

Joint replacement resources

Knowing what to expect before, during and after surgery may ease your mind and help your recovery go well. We offer several educational resources to make that possible. 

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Orthopedic rehabilitation to regain strength and mobility

After an injury or surgery, your doctor may recommend physical therapy to help you minimize discomfort, promote healing and regain your strength. Ultimately, we help you get back to your regular daily activities.

Your rehab program may include: 

  • A custom recovery program based on your condition, your medical needs and your goals.
  • Balance and gait training to improve your stability and make walking easier.
  • Pain management techniques to control symptoms or pain related to your injury or surgery.
  • Return-to-activity planning to help you safely and gradually return to normal activities without setting back your recovery.
  • Stretching and strengthening exercises to reduce stiffness, improve range of motion and make it easier to do usual activities.

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