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.
Conditions and Treatments
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Our Specialists and Staff
Knee and Hip Replacement
Surgery
 Dr.
Jay Lieberman, a nationally recognized joint replacement
surgeon, explains new advances in care.
Watch the video
Listen to radio
interview
Maintaining an Active Lifestyle
 Learn about new advances in joint preservation and total
joint replacement.
Watch the
presentation
Care for Young Adults with Arthritis
 Dr.
R. Michael Meneghini leads a specialized service to help young
adults with arthritis manage pain and optimize function.
Watch the news stories and videos
Knees in Motion
 Learn more about cartilage and ligament injuries, and osteoarthritis of the knee.
Watch the video
Questions and answers
Patient Resources
 We try to make your
hospital stay as comfortable as possible. See our Patient and Visitor Guide for more information. Learn more >
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 Directions Southington Medical Office
1131 West Street
Building 1
Southington, CT 06489 Directions
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