A hip replacement is a common type of surgery where a damaged hip joint is replaced with an artificial one (known as an implant).
As Hip replacement is major surgery, our specialist will first explore all non-surgical options such as physiotherapy, painkillers, lifestyle changes, etc. He may recommend a hip replacement surgery if
you have severe pain, swelling and stiffness in your hip joint and your mobility is reduced
your hip pain is so severe that it affects your everyday tasks and sleep.
you're feeling depressed because of the pain and lack of mobility
Total hip replacement is the most common form of hip replacement and involves the removal of the entire hip joint. Both the femoral head and acetabulum, which comprise the ball-and-socket joint are replaced with artificial parts.
The artificial parts may be made from different materials such as plastic, metal, or ceramic and your surgeon will discuss the pros and cons of each type. Cement may be used to hold the artificial parts in place or left uncemented, with natural bone growth holding them in place. In the UK, the vast majority of patients have cemented hip replacement as this option is very successful and allows earlier mobilization.
A partial hip replacement involves replacing the femoral head (ball component of the ball-and-socket joint) with a metal or ceramic implant which is held within the thigh bone (femur). This type of hip replacement is typically performed to repair a hip joint in which there is a fracture of the femoral head.
This is similar to a partial hip replacement but involves less removal of the femoral head. The arthritic surface of the femoral head is shaved down by a few millimetres and reshaped to allow a metal cap to be cemented on. The acetabulum (socket element of the bone-and-socket joint) is left unaltered.
Hip resurfacing is only appropriate for selected patients and your surgeon will advise you whether this is a suitable option for you.
Total hip replacement, also known as total hip arthroplasty, is a procedure of removing the damaged bone and cartilage of the hip joint and replacing it with parts made of metal, ceramic and hard plastic (prosthetic components).
This artificially created joint, known as prosthesis, improves the function of the hip and reduces the pain and discomfort at the joint area.
Each patient is unique with their own requirement. The cost of hip replacement surgery in bangalore depends upon multiple factors like patient medical condition, type of ward/room choosen (general/semi-private, private), total or partial hip replacement, Arthroscopic or open surgery, implant material selection, etc.
Implants can last around 15 to 20 years depending upon your physical activities, overall health and body weight.
Before leaving the hospital, we will ensure that you can walk easily with the help of support and are able to do your bathroom activities independently. Usually most of our clients return back to a normal lifestyle in 6-12 weeks.
Everyone recovers differently. You can to return to light activities or office-based work within around 6 weeks.
