Hip pain can significantly impact your daily life, making it challenging to perform routine activities. If you're experiencing persistent hip pain due to conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or traumatic arthritis, hip replacement surgery may be an option for you. At KK Speciality, our experienced hip replacement surgeons in Dahisar offer various types of hip replacement surgeries to help alleviate your pain and improve your mobility.
What is Hip Replacement Surgery?
Hip replacement surgery, also known as total hip arthroplasty, involves replacing a worn-out or injured hip joint with an artificial joint (prosthesis). This surgery is typically performed to address hip fractures or significant discomfort caused by arthritis.
Conditions Treated by Hip Replacement Surgery
- Osteoarthritis: This degenerative joint condition primarily affects middle-aged and elderly people, causing the disintegration of hip joint cartilage and nearby bone.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: This type of arthritis causes inflammation in the synovial lining of the joint, leading to an increase in synovial fluid, which can cause severe pain and stiffness.
- Traumatic Arthritis: This arthritis is caused by trauma or injury, which may result in hip cartilage injury.
Types of Hip Replacement Surgery
At KK Speciality, our hip replacement surgeons in Dahisar offer three types of hip replacement surgeries:
- Total Hip Replacement: This is the most common type of hip replacement surgery, where worn-out or damaged hip parts are replaced with artificial implants.
- Partial Hip Replacement (Hemiarthroplasty): This involves replacing only one side of the hip joint, typically performed on elderly individuals who have suffered a hip fracture.
- Hip Resurfacing: This procedure is often performed on younger, more active patients, where the femoral head and socket are resurfaced instead of entirely replaced.
What Happens During a Hip Replacement Procedure?
Hip replacement surgery is typically performed under general anaesthesia, and the procedure involves:
- Making an incision over the hip joint
- Damaged portions of the joint removed.
- Replacing the damaged joint with a prosthesis made of metal, ceramic, or plastic materials
- Incision closed with stitches or surgical staples
Recovery and Aftercare