A doctor may suggest hip replacement for those with hip pain caused by moderate to severe osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or post-traumatic arthritis.
Hip Surgery
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Minimally invasive hip replacement uses a smaller incision whose location varies. Specialized surgical tools to prepare the bone and attach the prosthetic are used.
Minimally invasive hip replacement uses a smaller incision than a traditional approach and has a potentially quicker recovery, but is more challenging to perform.
Minimally invasive hip replacement surgery uses a smaller incision and causes less tissue damage. With an experienced surgeon, the patient's recovery may be easier.
A patient scheduled for joint replacement surgery may be asked to engage in pre-surgical weight loss, hip strengthening exercises, and making changes at home.
Surgeons and physical therapists have many precautions and recommendations for hip replacement patients to speed up recovery and avoid hip dislocation.
When a patient wakes up from hip surgery, both recovery and rehabilitation can influence hospital discharge and potential complications.
Medical preparations for total hip replacement surgery may include starting or stopping certain medications, banking blood, and quitting smoking.
Total hip replacement surgery (total hip arthroplasty) is an operation done to reduce hip pain caused by severe hip arthritis.
After discharge, hip replacement patients are given a list of movements to avoid (like deep bending), physical therapy recommendations, and other advice.
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