Everything You Need To Know About Hip Replacements

1. Everything You Need To Know About Hip Replacements

2. What Is Hip Replacement Surgery? ● Hip replacement surgery, also known as hip arthroplasty, is typically recommended for people with severe hip damage, most often caused by: ○ Osteoarthritis ○ Rheumatoid arthritis ○ Trauma-related arthritis During hip replacement surgery, an orthopedic surgeon removes the damaged parts of the hip joint and replaces them with artificial parts. These artificial joints act exactly like your normal hip joints and can help reduce pain and improve your quality of life. ● ●

3. Types of Hip Replacement Surgery There are various types of hip replacement surgeries, including: ● Total hip replacement: This is the most common type of hip replacement, and involves replacing both the femoral head and acetabulum with an artificial prosthesis. Hip revision: A hip revision involves typically minimally invasive surgery to repair an artificial hip joint. Partial hip replacement: A partial hip replacement only switches the femoral head, and is only suitable for patients with specific hip fractures. ● ●

4. What To Expect From Hip Replacement Surgery ● You may need to start preparing for hip surgery several weeks before the date. On the day, the surgeon will make an incision along the side of your thigh and remove and replace the hip joints through this opening. ● Once you are fully recovered from hip replacement surgery, you can expect a range of benefits, including: ○ Pain relief ○ Better range and ease of movement ○ Better joint function ○ Improved overall quality of life

5. Potential Risks ● Although only 4% of adults who have hip surgery experience any sort of complications, there is still a possibility of being at an increased risk of: ○ Blood clots ○ Nerve injury ○ Hip dislocation ○ Bleeding ○ Infection ○ A loosened hip implant requiring revision surgery If you have an active infection or severe osteoporosis during your pre-surgical consultation, your doctor may not recommend you for hip replacement surgery. ●

6. What To Expect From Recovery ● Once the surgery is completed you may experience general pain associated with the procedure. Your doctor should prescribe you a pain medication and antibiotic to prevent infection. Physical therapy is an essential part of recovery and will start within 24 hours of your surgery. A full recovery may take anywhere between a few weeks to several months. ● ●

7. How Do You Know If You Need Hip Replacement Surgery? ● If you have any of the following conditions you may need hip replacement surgery: ○ Osteoarthritis ○ Rheumatoid arthritis ○ Osteonecrosis ○ Severe injuries or broken bones Symptoms that may indicate you need hip replacement surgery include: ○ Pain in the hip, groin, or buttocks ○ Pain that gets worse when you are active or put weight on your leg ○ Stiffness of the hip ○ Loss of mobility ○ Difficulty sleeping or walking ●

8. About Us ● Crystal Run Healthcare is a primary, speciality, and urgent care medical provider with various locations across New York State. By providing evidence-based care and cutting- edge technology, Crystal Run Healthcare offers exceptional quality services that allows its facilities to perform hip replacement surgery among a range of other treatments. You can easily book an appointment with many Crystal Run Healthcare physicians including a urologist and urogynecologist through the website or contact us if you need additional assistance. ● ●

9. Sources https://www.verywellhealth.com/considering-hip-replacement-surgery-2549565 https://medlineplus.gov/hipreplacement.html