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Show Total joint replacement becoming common Most individuals with worn out and crippled joints from such diseases as rheumatoid arthritis, degenerative arthritis and other bone diseases no longer need to suffer from chronic pain and lost use of their limbs. During the past decade, total joint replacement (arthroplasty) has come into its own, as orthopedic surgeons replace the worn joints with man-mad- e joints. As a result, relief from pain and restored mobility is given to thousands each year. Orthopedic surgeons at American Fork Hospital have one of the top joint replacement programs in the state, replacing hundreds of joints since the program was first instigated with the opening of the, new hospital in 1981. All kinds of joints are replaced including hips, knees, elbows, ankles, and fingers. The hip and the knee are the most common, orthopedists say. Patients are usually from 50 to 75 years old, but operations have been on both older and performed younger individuals. Both men and women are in need of the new joints on an equal basis, orthopedists find. Patients are hospitalized for about 8 or 9 days following a joint replacement. During their hospital stay, physical therapists help them - in the case of knee or hip replacement --begin to walk with crutches. Four to six weeks of physical therapy follows to assist them in gaining full use of the new joint. Ninety five percent of all patients experience pain relief and greatly improved mobility, especially in the case of knee and hip replacement. If you view the instruments used in the surgery, you might be a little apprehensive. The tools used during the surgery resemble those used by a construction worker of some type - mallets, hammers, saws, drills and chisels. The surgeon, however, knows how to use these for the more delicate work he is involved in. While the first joints were made of metal, the new ones are made of exotic metal alloy and plastic. The front of the prothesis (the knee cap) is a smooth very polished polyethylene plastic. The femur or thigh bone is capped with polished metal alloy which has a beaded surface that is bonded to the bone with a special bonding agent called methylmethacrylate. The tibia or shin bone is capped with a high density polyethylene. For additional strength and permanence, short metal rods attached to the prothesis are inserted and cemented with the methylmethacrylate into precisely drilled holes in the femur. The bone and tissue are shaped by the surgeon to receive the new joint. There will probably never be an artificial joint as good as the healthy natural one, but most patients feel their artificial hip works just as climate control machine carry fresh air to the surgeon, surgical assistant their and nurses, preventing wound. on the breathing patient's American Fork Hospital has three orthopedic surgeons, all of whom are certified by their national society boards. Dr. Richard Bromley has been total involved with joint replacement since inception of the service in Utah. He was chief resident at the LDS Hospital when the first total joint replacement was done. Dr. Michael Callahan and Dr. Alan Banks, both staff members, have also had extensive training in the procedure. An orthopedic surgeon is required to complete college, medical school, good. The 1984-8Pageant of the Arts Guild Board began its season with a "Get Acquainted Tea" held prior to its monthly business meeting at the Deseret Bank. The new board has dedicated this year to increasing public awareness of its programs and encouraging support of the cultural arts center proposed by the Pageant of the Arts at the old high school site. "We feel that the cultural arts facility will benefit everyone and arts 5 Surgeons say some replacements have to be redone because the bonding loosens. Others fail because of an accident to the individual such as a serious fall or an automobile accident. Infection control is a major concern of the orthopedic surgeon because infection is extremely hard to treat and leads to severe complications in prosthetic joints. The hospital has a laminer flow system in the operating room which gives added protection against air borne infection. In addition, there is a total restriction of individuals going in and out of the operating room during surgery; and movements of the operating room staff are kept to a minimum in order to prevent taking area to germs from a sterile areas. Also the operation is completed as quickly as possible in order to keep the time the bone is open to the air to a minimum. Surgeons are able to keep most total joint replacement operations to not more than two to three hours. Operating room staff members also wear what appears to be space suits. Tubes attached to a central greatly the enhance ', cultural climate of our community as well as provide a much needed space for performances, exhibits, rehearsals and lessons," said Jeanne Hodges, president of the new board. Many Guild functions are held as a service to the community and the public is invited to attend. The Guild offers many opportunities for involvement and service. "We invite anyone who enjoys the non-steri- If you liked our or wishes to support and Pageant its All Utah Valley Singles are invited to "ring in the New Year" on Dec. 31 at the Oak Hills Stake Center, 1600 N. 900 East, Provo. A catered dinner will be served from 7 to 9 p.m., followed by dancing to the music of Soft Touch until 1 a.m. There will be alternative activities provided for those not Poinsettias. and up J5 Hundreds to choose from! I o Nov. 27 Girl to Wayne and Jayna Davis Powers of Highland. Boy to Jarom and Almira Ferriera Hagen of Provo. ieni the programs join by contacting Connie Johnson, Membership 0 or any Secretary at member of the board," Mrs. Hodges said. New officers in addition to Mrs. Hodges, are: LouJeanne Smith, first vice Nicholes, president; second vice LaDean Nelson, MaryLou president; recording Gainell Rogers, social Cindy secretary; Cosgrave, treasurer; Lynda Larson, publicity; Nancy Miller, historian; Elizabeth Smith, publications; Myrna Burgoyne, scholarships; Rosealee Scholes, development; Vickie June Thompson, refreshments; Chipman, public relations; Jeane Horme, auction; Norma Hands, Grand Ball; Barbara Evans, Gala Opening; Bobbi Waldron, Governors Reception; and KayLyn Shaw, Membership Luncheon. secretary; church functions or home parties with less clean up Enjoy your Now available: Napkins Table Covers Cups 1985 in first class style, noisemakers and etc., will be provided. The cost is $5 per person for the complete evening. 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Reservations are necessary so call P the hospital help line between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to assure a place. 1 you'll love our expansion to 13 bedding plants, Singles ring in New Year Babies born in Am. Fork Hospital Dec. ar Pageant board starts new season Breakfast with Santa Youngsters - would you like to have breakfast with Santa Claus? Santa will be at the American Fork Hospital on Saturday, Dec. 15, from 9 to 11 a.m. and has invited boys and girls (and Moms and Dads) to have breakfast with him in the hospital dining room (downstairs) during that time. Cost is $1.50 for breakfast, or $2.50 an internship and a four-yeIn addition.they are residency. required to participate in continuing education programs in order to keep up with new techniques in the field. Other members of the surgical team, including the anesthesiologist, nurses and assists also have special training in the procedure. Dr. Bromley said American Fork Hospital has "state of the art" equipment for the surgeons to use, adding to the success of the procedure. He noted new materials are being experimented with to make the joints better, including ceramic joints which are stronger than steel. These are expected to be in use in the future. Citizen, Press. Review, Wed.. Dec. 12, 1984 - Page Large Rolls Gift Wrap 170 sq. ft rep; $7.99 1 -- American Fork $6.99 3 Pleasant Grove |