Hip Replacement Surgery

Efficient and effective treatment for Hip Replacement Surgery

Hip replacement is surgery to remove damaged sections of the hip joint and replace them. Replacement parts are usually made of metal, ceramic and hard plastic. This artificial joint, called a prosthesis, helps reduce pain and improve function.

Hip replacement also is called total hip arthroplasty. Hip replacement might be an option if hip pain interferes with daily activities and nonsurgical treatments haven't helped or are no longer effective. 

The different types of hip replacement surgeries are: 

• Unilateral Hip Replacement - Also known as hemiarthroplasty, this procedure involves replacing only the femoral head (ball of hip joint). It is often performed in cases of hip fractures. It has a lower risk of blood loss.
• Bilateral Hip Replacement - This is the most common type, in which both the acetabulum (hip socket) and the femoral head (thigh bone head) are replaced with prosthetic components.
• Revision Hip Replacement - It is a surgical procedure performed to replace a previously implanted artificial hip joint. It is a little more complicated compared to other hip replacements.
• Hip Arthroscopy - It is a one day procedure in which a device called arthroscope is used to diagnose and treat hip problems.

These surgeries aim to improve movement, increase the range of motion, enhance mobility, and reduce pain.

Hip replacement is recommended for people who experience chronic hip pain and stiffness.

Some of the most common conditions requiring hip replacement include:

• Osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease)
• Rheumatoid arthritis (joint inflammatory disease)
• Hip fractures
• Avascular necrosis (death of bone tissue)
• Childhood hip disease
• Hip dysplasia, and severe joint pain that limits daily activities.

Hip replacement surgery is performed with great precision and advanced technologies at Health Routes Global Partner Centres. 

The Hip replacement Surgery Duration: 2-3hrs
Average Length of Stay in Hospital: 3-5 Days
Post Discharge Recovery Stay in Hotel/Home in India: 2-3 week
Resume Normal Activities: After 8 weeks
Recurrence of Pain:  Less than 20%
Surgery Risk Category: Mild