Arthritis is one of the most common reasons people seek orthopedic care, and one of the most frequently misunderstood. It isn't a single condition. It's a family of conditions that share one outcome: damage to the cartilage inside a joint, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and a gradual loss of the ease of movement most people take for granted. For some patients, it starts as a mild ache that shows up after activity. For others, it progresses to the point where walking across a room or climbing a flight of stairs becomes a genuine challenge.
Dr. John Redmond is a Mayo Clinic-trained orthopedic surgeon who treats hip and knee arthritis at his Jacksonville practice with a philosophy built on finding the right treatment for each individual patient. He takes time to understand how arthritis is affecting your life, what you've already tried, and what you want to be able to do again. From conservative management like injections and physical therapy to regenerative medicine and advanced joint replacement surgery when the time is right, Dr. Redmond offers a full spectrum of arthritis care. He always explores non-surgical options first and only recommends surgery when it is genuinely the best path forward.
If hip or knee arthritis is getting in the way of how you want to live, a consultation with Dr. Redmond is a great place to start. Request an appointment today.
Hip and knee arthritis can look very different from patient to patient, which is why Dr. Redmond's approach begins with a thorough evaluation of the type and stage of arthritis, the joints involved, and what the patient is hoping to get back to. Here is an overview of what that care can involve.
The three most common types seen in the hip and knee are:
For most patients, conservative treatment is the right first step. Dr. Redmond explores these options thoroughly before recommending surgery:
For patients who may benefit from a more targeted biological approach, Dr. Redmond also offers platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and stem cell injections as part of his regenerative medicine program.
When conservative treatment has been exhausted, and arthritis has reached a point where it significantly limits daily function, surgery becomes worth a serious conversation. The most effective surgical option for advanced hip or knee arthritis is joint replacement. Dr. Redmond specializes in direct anterior hip replacement and robotic knee replacement, both of which allow for same-day outpatient surgery for most patients and a faster, more comfortable recovery than traditional techniques. For patients with earlier-stage arthritis, arthroscopic procedures may provide some degree of relief, though Dr. Redmond will always discuss realistic expectations before recommending any surgical approach.
The three most common types are:
Each type progresses differently and requires a tailored approach to treatment.
Conservative options include anti-inflammatory medications, corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injections, physical therapy, and activity modification. Dr. Redmond also offers regenerative medicine options, including PRP therapy and stem cell injections, for patients who may benefit from a biological approach to managing joint pain. Many patients find meaningful relief without ever needing surgery, and Dr. Redmond works with each person to find the right combination of treatments for their situation.
Surgery is generally considered when conservative treatments have failed to provide adequate relief and arthritis has reached a point where it significantly limits daily function. The most effective surgical treatment for advanced arthritis is joint replacement, which removes the damaged joint surfaces and replaces them with prosthetic components. Dr. Redmond always discusses non-surgical options first and works with each patient to determine the right time, if ever, to consider an operation.
Dr. Redmond sees patients at two convenient Jacksonville locations, serving the Beaches area and Southside Jacksonville. Scheduling is easy. You can request an appointment online at any time, and our team will follow up quickly to confirm your visit. We look forward to seeing you.