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Dr. Phillip R. Schneider, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Clarksville, TN specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine. Dr. Phillip R. Schneider, MD is affiliated with TriStar Health, TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center, Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance, Ascension, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown and TENNESSEE ORTHOPAEDIC ALLIANCE PA.
TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center
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. Phillip R. Schneider, MD graduated from University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine. He completed residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Tennessee.
Medical School: University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine
Residency: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (2022)
Licensed In: Tennessee
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Dr. Phillip Schneider is an orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine specialist in Clarksville, TN and Springfield, TN. He attended the University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and William Beaumont Army Medical Center. Areas of expertise for Dr. Schneider include replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement). Dr. Schneider has received the following distinction: Resident Excellence in Trauma Award, Texas Tech University Health Science Center, El Paso. His professional affiliations include Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance, Ascension, and TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center.
