This name is still reflected today in the name of the Merrittville Highway (Niagara Road 50), which served as the primary north-south route in central Niagara before the construction of Highway 406. Welland gained its present name when it was incorporated on 24 July 1858. It became a city in 1917.
For baby boomers, it seems that joint replacements are as prevalent as iPods are for teenagers. About 500,000 knee replacements and more than 175,000 hip replacements are performed annually, and those numbers are on the rise.
How long will my knee replacement last is a common question for those with long term knee pain. Replacements used to last 7- 10 years but now knee replacements can last 10-25 years. Listen to your doctor, do your physical therapy and be good to your body. Lifestyle plays an important part in the longevity of the knee replacement. Activity level and body weight will also affect knee health.