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A number of different factors could lead to you needing a joint replacement. Heredity is one such factor, as some people are simply born more prone to these problems. In other cases, abnormalities can form while the joints are forming, leading to issues as you age. Finally, injuries are a factor in joint replacement. In some cases, minor, repetitive injuries are the cause, while in other situations a severe trauma damages the joint.

Hip Replacement

About 24,000 Americans have their hips replaced every year. In the majority of cases, hip replacement therapy is required after the surgery. Usually, hip replacement is performed when severe arthritis makes changes to the hip joint, making it almost impossible to walk without pain.

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As we age, sun damage and high levels of the stress hormone cortisol can cause skin to become thin and fragile, or papery. This is often referred to as crepey skin. The loss of the production of estrogen and testosterone beginning when menopause starts can also cause thinning skin.

Aside from never sleeping on your side or face down, there are other tips to keep skin looking good as you get older. Remember, those creases in your face that you wake up with in the morning, just like the ones from squinting will eventually become lines and wrinkles, so sleep on your back and remember these timeless tips:

Tips for radiant skin 24/7

Remember, only you can prevent skin from aging too quickly. Hence, they’ve actually come up with a solution that may work quickly, although unproven: refrigerator facelifts.

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