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Center for Joint Preservation and Replacement

Anyone who has suffered with arthritis can attest to the severity of pain and stiffness this disease can cause. Osteoarthritis, the most common form of joint disease, weakens and breaks down cartilage and bone, causing pain as bones rub together.

Additionally, traumatic injuries, other diseases such as osteonecrosis, or simply years of use may cause a joint to wear away. This can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling.

Today, there is help for those who have severe pain or disability due to the breakdown of cartilage and bone. Total joint replacement, particularly of the knees and hips, has demonstrated to be an extremely successful type of surgical procedure in relieving pain and providing good mobility for patients of all ages.

At the New England Musculoskeletal Institute, our goal is to offer the most sophisticated medical and surgical technologies aimed at improving quality of life. Through a partnership with each patient, our specialists provide a personalized treatment plan tailored to allow individuals to return to a normal lifestyle and eliminate pain.

We also offer novel approaches to manage and minimize pain associated with total joint replacement surgeries. Pain management actually begins before surgery. Patients take medications to reduce pain prior to surgery and pain medications are injected directly into the hip or knee joint. The goal is to reduce pain, facilitate physical therapy and return patients to an active lifestyle as soon as possible.

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Conditions and Treatments

Our Specialists and Staff

 

Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery

Photo of Jay R. Lieberman, M.D.Dr. Jay Lieberman, a nationally recognized joint replacement surgeon, explains new advances in care.

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Maintaining an Active Lifestyle

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Care for Young Adults with Arthritis

Photo of R. Michael Meneghini, M.D.Dr. R. Michael Meneghini leads a specialized service to help young adults with arthritis manage pain and optimize function.

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Knees in Motion

Photo of Jay R. Lieberman, M.D.Learn more about cartilage and ligament injuries, and osteoarthritis of the knee.

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Contact Information

Appointments
For more information or to make an appointment, call 860-679-6600 or 800-535-6232.

Office Hours
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday

Office Location
New England Musculoskeletal Institute
Medical Arts & Research Building
UConn Health Center
263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06030-5352

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Southington Medical Office
1131 West Street
Building 1
Southington, CT 06489

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