Hip replacement

Video testimonial of a patient after hip replacement
Types of Hip Replacement Implants








Dr Arora explains about type of hip replacement implants
Total Hip Replacement Surgery in Gurgaon
If your hip has been damaged by arthritis, a fracture or other conditions, common activities such as walking or getting in and out of a chair may be painful and difficult. Your hip may be stiff and it may be hard to put on your shoes and socks. You may even feel uncomfortable while resting.
Anatomy

Animation of Total hip replacement surgery
Common Causes of Hip Pain and Loss of Hip Mobility



What to Expect From Hip Replacement Surgery
Most people who undergo hip replacement surgery experience a dramatic reduction of hip pain and a significant improvement in their ability to perform the common activities of daily living like prolonged walking, climbing stairs, driving, light sports like golf, swimming e.t.c. However, hip replacement surgery will not enable you to do more than you could before your hip problem developed.Following surgery, you will be advised to avoid certain activities, including jogging and high-impact sports, for the rest of your life. You may be asked to avoid specific positions of the joint that could lead to dislocation.
Preparation for Surgery
Types of Hip Replacement implants
Different implants are suitable for different situations and I will discuss with you, in great detail, the type of implant best suited for you.
Cemented Total hip Replacement
Uncemented Total hip replacement
A combination of a cemented ball and a noncemented socket or vice versa may be used. This is called as a Hybrid Hip Replacement.
I do not perform Hip Resurfacing procedures due to high risk of complications and implant failure, 8-10 years after surgery. My preferred implants for young patients is an Uncemented/hybrid implant with a Large Ceramic head.
Special Implants are required in complex and difficult situations like severe bony destruction due to injury, in patients needing a repeat surgery due to failure of previous implants etc.
Xrays showing a Loose Cemented Hip Replacement Implants.


