Younger Patients Are Seeking Hip and Knee Replacements to Maintain Their Quality of Life
As life expectancy increases and people seek to remain active into their 50s and 60s, the average age for hip and knee replacements decreases. The growing prevalence of obesity and advances in medical technology have contributed to this trend. Patients now often opt for these procedures to maintain their quality of life despite the risks. However, while younger patients may benefit from these surgeries, they face challenges, including potential repeat surgeries and longer-term wear on their new joints.
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00:00It's Benzinga, and here's what's on the block.
00:02As life expectancy increases and people seek to remain active into their 50s and 60s, the
00:07average age for hip and knee replacements is decreasing.
00:11The growing prevalence of obesity and advances in medical technology have contributed to
00:15this trend.
00:16Patients now often opt for these procedures to maintain their quality of life despite
00:19the risks.
00:20However, while younger patients may benefit from these surgeries, they also face challenges
00:25including potential repeat surgeries and longer-term wear on their new joints.
00:28For all things money, visit Benzinga.com.