What is Hip Replacement Surgery ?
Hip replacement surgery is a surgical technique in which a non-functional hip joint is replaced with a prosthesis.. Hip replacement surgery is for someone who has hip joint damage. The condition can cause a person’s bones to rub against each other when they walk, leading to pain and sometimes severe damage. Though most people who undergo hip replacement surgery are between ages 50 and 80, it is safe for far younger patients as well.
What are types of Hip Replacement ?
- Total Hip Replacement
- Partial Hip Replacement
What are the symptoms of a hip replacement?
- Pain in hip or groin
- Pain in buttock and trochanteric region
- Pain in any activity and at the time of rest
- Hip stiffness or tightness
- Loss of speed
- Difficulty in sleeping, walking and wearing shoes and socks
What are the benefits of a hip replacement?
Pain relief is the biggest benefit and the main reason for hip replacement surgery. The procedure provides other benefits, including:
- Better Movement.
- Better Strength
- Improved coordination of torso and legs
- Improve the working of joints
- More Comfortably maintain an active lifestyle
What to do for recovery after Hip Replacement Surgery ?
- Walk in the hospital after surgery
- Use assistive devices for a few weeks
- Physical Therapy
- Shower Bench
- Reduce Weight
- Prevent Infection
