Joint Pain in Athens? When It’s Time to Consider Replacement

When Pain Becomes the New Normal — It’s Time to Ask Why

If you're in Athens and can’t walk the stairs, keep up with grandkids, or finish a shift without limping, it’s more than “just getting older.” It might be your hip or knee joint saying: I’m done.

What Causes Joint Breakdown?

• Osteoarthritis – the most common culprit

• Post-traumatic arthritis – after fractures or sports injuries

• Avascular necrosis – blood flow loss to the joint

• Inflammatory arthritis – including rheumatoid disease

Cartilage wears down, inflammation builds, and motion becomes painful.

When Should You Consider Joint Replacement?

It’s not about X-rays — it’s about quality of life. You might be ready if:

• Pain keeps you from walking, working, or sleeping

• Conservative care (PT, injections) isn’t working

• You’ve had enough of the “just wait and see” approach

• Imaging shows bone-on-bone wear

You don’t need to wait until it’s unbearable.

Dr. Collins: Trusted by Patients from Athens and Beyond

Dr. Kristopher Collins is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with deep experience in hip and knee replacement. He combines surgical precision with a grounded, patient-first approach. Here’s what you can expect:

• Same-day surgery at Lancaster Specialty Surgery Center

• Minimally invasive techniques (including anterior hip approach)

• Implants chosen for your anatomy and activity goals

• Fast-track recovery plans — walking within hours, not days

• Follow-up from the same surgeon who did your surgery

No surprises. No “who is this new doctor” moments. Just continuity, clarity, and proven results.

📅 Live in Athens? Get a Real Plan, Not a Waiting Game

If you’ve been told to “just keep managing” the pain, you deserve better. Schedule with Dr. Collins and find out if joint replacement can help you move forward with confidence.

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