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Hip and knee arthroplasty

The incidence of hip and knee replacement surgery has risen dramatically in recent years. The latest National Joint Registry figures indicate that almost 190 000 total hip and knee replacements were performed in 2015. The aim of this article is to discuss the management of hip and knee pain in primary care, the indications for hip and knee arthroplasty and surgical considerations.