Who needs hip replacement surgery?

1. Who needs hip replacementsurgery? Hip arthroplasty, often known as hip replacement, is a surgical treatment used to treat hip pain. Artificial implants are used during the operation to replace part of the hip joint. A ball (located at the head of the femur, commonly known as the thigh bone), and a socket(in the pelvis, also known as the hip bone), make up the hip joint. One or both parts of the hip might be replaced during surgery to replace it. If hip discomfort interferes with daily activities and nonsurgical treatments have failed or are no longer effective, hip replacement surgery may be an alternative. Damage from arthritis is the most common cause of hip replacement. • Who needs hip replacementsurgery? • Your doctor might advise a hip replacement if you have severe hip discomfort, inflammation, or damage as a result of conditionslike: • Osteoarthritis (mostcommon) • rheumatoidarthritis • Osteonecrosis (avascularnecrosis) • An Injury such as a brokenhip • Tumour in the hipjoint • Hip replacement surgery can be necessary if hip pain is affecting your quality of life. Declining quality of life indicatorsinclude: • inability to sleep soundly due topain • Having trouble with simple chores like cooking or climbingstairs • being unable to fully engage in the activities youlove • At first, your doctor could suggest additional therapies like joint injections, walking aids, painkillers for inflammation or pain, or physical therapy. Hip replacement surgery can be required to restore function and enhance the quality of life if the above therapies are ineffective in reducing pain andstiffness. Types of Hip replacementsurgeries:

2. The kind of hip replacement you might require is influenced by a number of factors. When deciding how to treat you, your doctor will take into account each of the followingfactors. • Both the ball and the socket are replaced during total hip replacement (also known as total hiparthroplasty). • Only the ball is replaced during a partial hip replacement (the head ofthe • femur). • An evaluation by your orthopaedic doctor before thesurgery: • Your orthopaedic surgeon will examine you before the procedure. The doctor might askfor: • Medical history– Your orthopaedic surgeon will inquire about your general health as well as the severity of your hip discomfort and how it interfereswith • your ability to carry out dailytasks. • Examination of the body– This will test the alignment, strength, and mobility of thehips. • X-rays– These pictures aid in assessing the level of damage or deformity to your hip. • Several exams– On rare occasions, additional exams, like an MRI scan, maybe • required to assess the health of your hip’s soft tissues andbone. • During theprocedure • The average surgical operation lasts between one and two hours. To correct the alignment and functionality of your hip, your orthopaedic surgeon will remove the damaged bone and cartilage and then insert new metal, plastic, or ceramic implants. • You will be taken to the recovery room after the procedure, where you will stay for a few hours while your recovery from the anaesthesia is observed. You will be taken to your hospital room once you wake up after thesurgery. Recovery How closely you adhere to the home care recommendations provided by your orthopaedic surgeon in the initial weeks following surgery will have a significant impact on the outcome of theprocedure.

3. Physicalexercise You can regain use of your muscles and joints by engaging in regular activity and exercise. A physical therapist can suggest stretching and strengthening exercises and teach you how to use crutches, a walker, or a cane as a walking aid. You’ll gradually put more weight on your leg as therapy goes along until you can stand up and walk without anyassistance. Hip Replacement Surgery at Orchid MedicalCentre The Department of Orthopaedics and Joint Replacement at Orchid Medical Centre features a team of highly skilled Orthopaedic & Joint Replacement surgeons and physiotherapists. From presurgical education to postoperative care and physical therapy, our staff will walk you through every step. We want to get you back to your desired level of activity as soon aspossible.