=====Arthroplasty===== Arthroplasty (literally "[re-]forming of joint") is an orthopedic surgical procedure where the articular surface of a musculoskeletal joint is replaced, remodeled, or realigned by osteotomy or some other procedure. It is an elective procedure that is done to relieve pain and restore function to the joint. see [[Cervical disc arthroplasty]] see [[Lumbar total disc replacement]]