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Dr. Bradley Lane Young, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Charlotte, NC specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in 2017 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Bradley Lane Young, MD is affiliated with HUGHSTON CLINIC PC and Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics.
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
Dr. Bradley Lane Young, MD graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in 2017. He has a state license in Georgia.
Medical School: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine (2017)
Licensed In: Georgia
Dr. Bradley Lane Young, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Bradley Lane Young, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 707 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Bradley Lane Young, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Charlotte, NC.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Bradley Lane Young, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$9,760
$9,760 |
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$4,017
$4,017 |
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$1,545
$1,545 |
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$133
Bioinductive Implant with Arthroscopic Delivery System - Medium $133 |
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$32
IM NAILS $32 |
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$94
BLUEPRINT PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION $30 |
Comprehensive Anatomic $25 |
MACI $22 |
TFN ADVANCED $17 |
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Dr. Bradley Young's areas of specialization are orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Dr. Young attended medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. These areas are among his clinical interests: knee problems, replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement), and shoulder problems. The average patient rating for Dr. Young is 5.0 stars (out of 5).
