Orthopaedics
Hip Replacement
Overview
Pain in the groin, thigh or buttock that makes walking, sitting or putting on shoes difficult is often a sign of a damaged hip joint. Conditions such as arthritis, avascular necrosis (loss of blood supply to the bone) and fractures of the hip in elderly patients are common causes.
Hip replacement replaces the worn ball and socket with an artificial joint. For elderly patients with a hip fracture, timely surgery helps them get out of bed quickly — which is vital to avoid complications from long bed rest.
Conditions treated
- Osteoarthritis of the hip
- Avascular necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head
- Fracture of the neck of femur
- Rheumatoid and inflammatory arthritis
Our approach
How we treat it.
Imaging and planning
X-rays and examination to measure leg length, joint damage and bone quality before surgery.
Total or partial hip replacement
The surgeon chooses the right implant for your age, activity level and the condition of the bone.
Safe anaesthesia
Careful pre-operative assessment, especially for elderly patients with other medical conditions.
Walking soon after surgery
Supported walking usually starts early, followed by a structured physiotherapy plan.
Recovery
What recovery usually looks like.
Every patient recovers at their own pace. Your doctor and physiotherapist will give you a personal plan.
In hospital
Supported standing and walking, breathing exercises and hip precautions.
Weeks 1–4
Walking with a walker or stick, physiotherapy at home and wound care.
Weeks 4–8
Gradual return to independent walking and light daily activities.
After 3 months
Most patients walk comfortably and return to their routine.
FAQs
Questions patients ask.
More ortho care
Related treatments.
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