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Joint Center

Patients having total knee or hip replacements can experience a new type of care with emphasis on education and wellness.

Health Grades named Avera McKennan among the TOP 5% in the nation for joint replacements for the second year in a row!

Our Joint Center patients stay in a specific hospital wing designed to provide individual therapy in a group setting. Each patient has a coach - family member, friend or volunteer - who helps with the recovery. Most surgeries are scheduled for Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday so patients can usually be discharged to their own homes on Thursday, Friday or Saturday.

By placing a strong emphasis on pre and post-operative education and encouraging a group atmosphere, the length of time patients spend in our hospital is dramatically reduced.

Joint Camp Reunion

We host an annual reunion for former total joint replacement patients and their coaches. The campers drink refreshments, take part in contests and reminisce about their Join Camp experiences!


Please call (605) 322-5000 for more information on our Joint Center or to ask questions.

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Related Calendar Events

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Thursday, February 5, 2009, 2:30PM to 3:30PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 2
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Thursday, March 5, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 2
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Thursday, April 9, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 2
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Thursday, May 7, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 1
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Thursday, June 11, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 2
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 1
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 1
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 2
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Thursday, October 15, 2009, 2:30PM to 3:30PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 1
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 1
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.