Hip Replacement Surgery

Hip Replacement Surgeon in Bangalore

Hip replacement also known as hip arthroplasty is procedure wherein a worn out or a damaged hip is replaced with an artificial joint (prosthesis). This is a major surgery which is done when a person has suffered a hip fracture or has severe pain from arthritis. A hemi (half) or complete replacement of the hip is done depending on the type of damage. The main objective behind this surgery is to replace the portion of the hip that causes severe pain which otherwise cannot be controlled by any other medications.

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Symptoms That Need Hip Replacement

Severe pain in the hip

Stiffness of the hip

Limited mobility

Walking with a limp

Deformity of hip

Reasons For Hip Replacement

Hip arthritis mostly seen for people above 50 years who suffer osteoporosis. Wear and tear of the protective cartilage makes the bone exposed within the joint. Thereby causing severe pain in the hip. Overweight people also tend to develop this symptom.

Hip arthritis in young adults can be the result of Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the hip joint. The incidence of hip arthritis in youngsters has increased following the treatment of COVID -19 infection and also due to lifestyle changes.

Severe traumatic injury to hip or fracture to the joint can cause severe hip arthritis.
Hip Arthritis can also occur in conditions such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis and some other auto-immune conditions that can affect joints.

How is it diagnosed?

By physical examination of the affected area your doctor can suspect arthritis of the hip. X-rays are done to get a clear picture of the joint. In some instances CT Scan or MRI Scans may be ordered.

Procedure

Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA/THR) begins with an incision to access the hip joint, followed by the removal of damaged cartilage and bone. The femoral head is replaced with a metal or ceramic ball, and the acetabulum is fitted with a prosthetic cup. The components are securely implanted, and the hip joint is repositioned for optimal movement. Finally, the incision is closed, and rehabilitation begins to restore function and mobility.

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The main object behind this surgery is to replace the portion of the hip that causes severe pain which otherwise cannot be controlled by any other medications.

Dr. Amith Kamath is a best Hip replacement surgeon in Bangalore.