Hip Surgery

A total hip joint replacement is a procedure where an Orthopaedic surgeon removes the damaged parts of your hip joint and replaces them with new, artificial parts. This surgery is usually done to relieve pain and improve movement in people who have severe arthritis or a hip injury.

In simple terms, think of your hip joint as a ball and socket. During the surgery, the doctor replaces both of these worn-out parts with smooth, man-made parts, allowing your hip to move more easily and without pain.

After the surgery, with some recovery time and physical therapy, most people find that they can walk, move, and enjoy life with much less pain than before.

A partial hip joint replacement, also known as a hemiarthroplasty, is a surgical procedure where only the damaged part of your hip joint is replaced with an artificial part, rather than the entire joint. Typically, this involves replacing the ball of the hip (the top of the thigh bone) with a new, durable artificial ball, while leaving the socket part of the hip joint as it is.

The goal is to relieve pain, improve mobility, and help you get back to your daily activities. It's generally less extensive than a total hip replacement.

A revision total hip replacement is a surgery to replace or repair a failed or worn-out hip prosthesis from a previous hip replacement. It involves removing the old implant and replacing it with a new one to address issues like implant loosening, infection, or bone loss. 

The procedure is more complex than the original surgery and requires longer recovery.

Hip resurfacing surgery is a procedure to help relieve hip pain and improve movement. During this surgery, the damaged surface of your hip joint is smoothed out and covered with a metal cap, similar to putting a crown on a tooth. This helps the bones in your hip move smoothly against each other again, reducing pain and making it easier to walk and be active.

Unlike a full hip replacement, where the entire hip joint is removed and replaced, hip resurfacing keeps more of your natural bone. It’s often a good option for younger, active people who need relief from hip pain but want to stay active.