Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement

Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and Knee replacement Dr Mukhi Clinic for Total Hip and knee replacement















 

 

     
 
Hip Resurfacing
Hip Resurfacing
Bone Conserving Approach
During & After Surgery
Implant Life-span and safety
 
 
 
 

INTRODUCTION

There are two types of hip replacement surgeries: Hip Resurfacing & Total Hip Replacement. An orthopaedic surgeon should advise as to which treatment is right for the patient based on specific case history.

In order to reduce hip pain and increase function, surgery may be necessary for some individuals who are suffering from arthritis. Fortunately, there are several surgical options available to patients, and age is somewhat an indicator of the type of surgery best suited. For the younger group, one such surgical option is called hip resurfacing and, for many, this may be a viable solution for chronic hip pain.

Unlike a total hip replacement, a surface replacement leaves more of your bone in place and does not remove your femur neck shaft. A total hip replacement consists of three parts: a plastic cup that replaces your hip socket; a metal ball to replace the femoral head; and a metal stem that attaches to the bone shaft. Typically, only the femur head will be reshaped and resurfaced with a femoral shell during a hip resurfacing. The surgical procedure will reduce pain and ensure joint stability. The chance of dislocation is also lower with this surgery than with a total hip replacement.
The surgery is generally used as an alternative to total hip replacement and is often suggested for active patients under the age of 55. Sometimes a patient will need to have a total hip replacement at a later date. Hip resurfacing may give the patient time for new technological improvements to emerge in the field of total hip replacement surgeries.

Recovery from a hip resurfacing surgery is expected to last from six weeks to three months. Rehabilitation is very important to your recovery. You will speed up your recovery process if you remain active and perform your hip strength building exercises. A physical or occupational therapist will help you create an exercise program that is right for you.
 
 
Bone Conserving

In order to reduce hip pain and increase function, surgery may be necessary for someindividuals who are suffering from arthritis. Fortunately, there are several surgical options available to patients, and age is somewhat an indicator of the type of surgery best suited. For the younger group, one such surgical option is called hip resurfacing and, for many, this may be a viable solution for chronic hip pain.

Unlike a total hip replacement, a surface replacement leaves more of your bone in place and does not remove your femur neck shaft. A total hip replacement consists of three parts: a metal cup that replaces your hip socket; a metal ball to replace the femoral head; and a metal stem that attaches to the bone shaft.
 
Is Hip Replacement Surgery for You?

The decision whether to have hip replacement surgery should be a cooperative one between you, your family, & your orthopaedic surgeon. While most patients who undergo hip replacement surgery are of age 60 to 80, orthopaedic surgeons evaluate patients individually. Recommendations for surgery are based on the extent of your pain, disability, and general health status, not solely on age.

You may benefit from hip replacement surgery if:
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Hip pain limits your everyday activities such as walking, bending.
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Hip pain continues while resting, either day or night
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Stiffness in a hip limits your ability to move or lift your leg.
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You have limited pain relief from anti-inflammatory drugs.
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You have harmful or unpleasant side effects from your pain relieving medications.
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Other treatments such as physiotherapy don't relieve hip pain.
 

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