Griffin Hosting Two Joint Replacement Talks

By JOHN VOKET

Published: Jul 04, 2008 12:00 am

DERBY â Each year, more than 500,000 people in the US undergo total joint replacement surgery. Typically, candidates for this surgery are individuals with chronic joint pain from arthritis that severely diminishes their ability to perform normal daily activities.

A newer trend has more and more baby boomers opting for this life-altering procedure, largely because they are an active population getting hurt that cannot or will not accept being in pain or giving up their active lifestyles.

On Tuesday, July 8, at 2:30 pm, and Tuesday, August 12, at 6:30 pm, at Griffin Hospital, Dr Ignatius Komninakas will present, âCoping with Arthritis,â a discussion about arthritis and other causes of joint pain, medications and treatments including minimally invasive techniques, and the latest surgical advances. Staff from Griffinâs Center for Joint Health will also be on hand to talk about Griffinâs unique recovery approach following joint replacement surgery. Interested persons may register for the free program by calling 203-732-1511 or online at www.griffinhealth.org.

Dr Komninakas, a board certified orthopedist on the Griffin Hospital medical staff, is a specialist in arthritis care, joint reconstruction/replacement, and sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of St Louis, completed his residency at the University of Maryland and a Fellowship at Brigham & Womenâs Hospital in Boston. Dr Komninakas is affiliated with Valley Orthopaedic Specialists in Ansonia.

The free talks are part of Griffin Hospitalâs ongoing Health Empowerment Series, which is designed to inform the community about some of the latest treatments and procedures offered at Griffin and, through education and knowledge, empower residents to play a more active role in managing their own health.

Griffin Hospital is at 130 Division Street. To learn more about the upcoming schedule of talks or register for the July 8 or August 12 information sessions, call 203-732-1511 or visit www.griffinhealth.org.

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