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Overview
Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace a hip joint with a prosthetic implant known as a hip prosthesis. People who feel any of the issues listed below should consider having hip replacement surgery.
- If a person has hip pain that does not allow him/her to do normal daily activities.
- If a person has constant hip pain even while resting.
- If a person feels stiffness in the hip that limits the activity of the leg.
- Not getting any relief from any physical therapy or walking support.
Most of the people who undergo hip replacement surgery have osteoarthritis. It’s the most common type of arthritis. The reason to have a hip replacement surgery might also be an injury in your hip that doesn’t heal right.
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WHAT TO EXPECT FROM HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY?
Hip replacement surgery is a big decision in your life, and you should know everything about it before going for it. If painkillers or some exercise or physiotherapy can help you with your pain, you should avoid hip replacement. But if all the other options are not working and you are in a lot of pain then this is the best option. Almost every patient who undergoes hip replacement surgery notices an improvement in their walking movements and pain. The best benefit of this surgery is freedom from pain. You will have some minor pain after the surgery until you recover, and a doctor will give you medication for that as well. With normal day activities, the material between the head and the socket of every hip replacement begins to wear.
So, your doctor will suggest you not do high-impact activities such as running, jumping, or any other high-impact sport to avoid the wear. The activities that you can do with ease are walking, driving, biking, dancing, and other low-impact sports like golf. With proper care, hip replacement can last for many years.
TREATMENT
Hip replacements can be done with several different approaches. Here at Mangal Prabhu Hospital, we use a minimally invasive patient-centered to try and achieve the best possible outcome in Hip Replacement Surgery. The hip can be approached from the front, which is known as the interior approach, from the side, which is known as the anterolateral or lateral approach, and then from the back which is known as the posterolateral approach.
The advantage of an interior approach is that is minimally invasive and involves a muscle sparring approach so that we do not damage any muscles while accessing the hip joint which is naturally positional more towards the front or anteriorly. The lateral approach is also a minimally invasive approach that involves going through the outside of the hip so that we are away from the vascular or the blood vessels to the hip.
The posterior lateral approach is the third minimally invasive approach to the hip. The utility of this approach is that it can be used to perform simple hip replacement surgeries. A hip replacement surgery typically involves addressing the ball and the socket part of the hip. The socket is more in the pelvis and the ball is in the hip bone. We typically try and remove the arthritic ball and smooth out the arthritic socket to put in metal, plastic, and ceramic pieces which comprise the new hip joint.
A hip replacement comprises a metal shell that goes into the pelvis along with a very high-grade polyethylene or plastic liner. We then have a ceramic ball that fits into a metal part that goes into the thigh bone and once the ceramic fits into the plastic that becomes a brand new hip replacement. The surgery usually takes around one to two hours. A partial hip replacement might require lesser time and in the same way, a double hip replacement surgery can take more.
AFTER A HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY
The recovery starts right away. You will be asked to stand up and move around as long as possible. You should take care of a few things after your surgery. They are:
- Your surgical area remains clean and dry.
- Do not skip your medication.
- Do the exercises as told by your doctors after a fixed period.
Hip replacement surgery helps you in the movement and makes your life better and less painful. So, if you are having pain during walking and even while resting you should consult the doctor and know-how and what can be done to give you a better and less painful life.
FAQ
Hip replacement surgery is a surgical procedure used to replace a damaged or worn-out hip joint with an artificial joint. It relieves pain and restores mobility. The procedure can be performed on people of all ages with severe hip joint pain or stiffness due to arthritis, injury, or other conditions.
The best method of hip replacement depends on your individual needs and preferences. Your doctor will be able to advise you on the best method for you based on your medical history, lifestyle, and the severity of your condition.
Hip replacement surgery typically takes 1-2 hours, depending on the complexity of the procedure. During the surgery, the damaged hip joint is replaced with a new artificial joint.
The recovery time for a hip replacement surgery is typically around 6 to 8 weeks. During this time, you may need to use a walker or crutches to help you move around. Your doctor will advise you on the best post-operative care plan to ensure you make a full and speedy recovery.
The cost of hip replacement surgery in Navi Mumbai typically varies depending on the type and complexity of the procedure. Generally, the cost of hip replacement surgery ranges from Rs. 1,00,000 to Rs. 3,00,000. It is advisable to consult with a surgeon to get a better understanding of the exact cost of the procedure.