Hip Replacement Surgery
Hip Replacement Surgery
Overview
Hip replacement surgery (hip arthroplasty) involves the removal of a damaged or diseased hip joint and replacing it with an artificial implant.
This surgery is most often done to decrease pain and improve mobility in patients with hip osteoarthritis symptoms that have not resolved with conservative treatment.
The most common type of this surgery is a total hip replacement, in which both acetabulum (hip socket) and the head of the femur (the “ball” of the hip joint) are replaced.
Hip replacement surgery is considered a highly successful one with reliable outcomes.
The new hip functions similar to a normal hip and significantly improve one’s quality of life.
With a total hip replacement, a portion of the pelvis and the head of the thighbone are completely removed. They are replaced with lookalike implants—a cup to serve as the socket, and a ball to serve as the femoral head. A metal rod is inserted into the femur to allow the new head to be secured.
Purpose of Hip Replacement Surgery
If you have tried other treatments to address your symptoms without success, and they are significantly impacting your day-to-day, your healthcare provider may suggest hip replacement.
Such measures include pain medication, activity modifications, physical therapy, and the use of walking aids (such as a walker).
Hip replacement may be recommended in cases where the hip joint has been compromised due to:
- Osteoarthritis of the hip (most common indication)
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Injury/fracture
- Hip osteonecrosis : When blood flow to bone is reduced and bone tissue dies as a result.8
The damaged/diseased parts of the hip joint are replaced to:
- Reduce persistent hip pain
- Improve joint mobility
- Restore confidence and ease of movement for a better quality of life
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