What is Total Hip Replacement (Hip Arthroplasty)?
A total hip replacement is a surgical procedure whereby the diseased cartilage and bone of the hip joint is surgically replaced with artificial materials. Why do you need a hip replacement? The aims of hip replacement are pain relief and improvement in hip function. Hip replacement is usually considered only after other therapies, such as pain medications and physical therapy, have failed. What conditions are commonly treated with hip replacement? Total hip replacement is commonly used to treat: • Joint failure caused by osteoarthritis. • Rheumatoid arthritis • Traumatic arthritis • Hip fractures • Avascular necrosis • Benign and malignant bone tumors And other less common conditions How long will the new hip last? The new hip joint is expected to last over than ten years in 90% of patients. The chance of hip replacement lasting 20 years or more is 80%. What are the other types of hip replacement? • Partial hip replacement The hip is a ball and socket joint. Through disease or wear and
