Hip replacement, also known as hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged or worn-out hip joint with an artificial implant. This procedure is often recommended for individuals suffering from severe hip pain or stiffness due to arthritis, fractures, or other hip-related conditions that limit mobility and affect their quality of life.
Types of Hip Replacement Surgery
Total Hip Replacement (THR)
Both the ball (femoral head) and the socket (acetabulum) of the hip joint are replaced with artificial components.
Partial Hip Replacement
Only the damaged femoral head is replaced, commonly performed after a hip fracture.
Hip Resurfacing
The femoral head is reshaped and capped with a metal covering, preserving more of the bone structure.
Benefits
You experience severe hip pain that interferes with daily activities such as walking, bending, or climbing stairs.
Non-surgical treatments (medication, physical therapy) have failed to relieve pain.
You suffer from conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or hip fractures.
The hip joint is stiff, limiting your range of motion.