Hip Replacement Surgery

During hip replacement, a surgeon removes the damaged sections of the hip joint and replaces them with parts usually constructed of metal, ceramic and very hard plastic. This artificial joint (prosthesis) helps reduce pain and improve function.

Hip joint replacement surgery is a medical procedure in which the surgeon replaces a painful hip joint with an artificial joint made of metal and plastic components. It is usually performed when all other treatment options have failed to relieve the patient of the pain experienced. We have one of the best multidisciplinary teams who have years of experience in treating patients with hip-related issues and giving them the best combination of treatments depending on their condition making us one of the top hospitals in India.”

Types of Hip Replacement Surgery

The two major types of hip replacement are

Total hip replacement
Partial hip replacement (hemiarthroplasty)

Total Hip Replacement Surgery

A total hip replacement (also called total hip arthroplasty), the damaged bone and cartilage is removed and replaced with prosthetic components. The damaged femoral head is removed and replaced with a metal stem that is placed into the hollow center of the femur. The femoral stem may be either cemented or “press fit” into the bone.A metal or ceramic ball is placed on the upper part of the stem. This ball replaces the damaged femoral head that was removed. The damaged cartilage surface of the socket (acetabulum) is removed and replaced with a metal socket. Screws or cement are sometimes used to hold the socket in place. A plastic, ceramic, or metal spacer is inserted between the new ball and the socket to allow for a smooth gliding surface.

Partial Hip Replacement Surgery

Whether you need partial or total hip replacement surgery to treat a diseased or damaged hip depends on the type and extent of your injury or condition. orthopedic surgeons perform partial hip replacement, technically known as hemiarthroplasty, almost exclusively when the ball-like head of the thighbone (the femoral head) has been fractured or traumatically injured. The procedure replaces the femoral head with a prosthetic implant made of a strong polished metal or ceramic material. The original cup of the hip socket, known as the acetabulum, remains intact.

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Dr. Lokesh Dabral, one of the best Orthopedic surgeons in Dehradun has been at the forefront in utilizing latest technologies in the field of Hip arthroplasty over the last 6years. We are proud to claim that he is among few in the country who has been consistently utilizing computer navigation system along with minimally invasive techniques in joint replacement surgery to give the best possible patient outcomes.

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Hip Implant Types

There are currently four types of total hip replacement devices available with different bearing surfaces. These are

Metal-on-Polyethylene The ball is made of metal and the socket is made of plastic (polyethylene) or has a plastic lining.

Ceramic-on-Polyethylene The ball is made of ceramic and the socket is made of plastic (polyethylene) or has a plastic lining.

Ceramic-on-Ceramic The ball is made of ceramic and the socket has a ceramic lining.

Ceramic-on-Metal The ball is made of ceramic and the socket has a metal lining.

Common Causes of Hip Pain

The most common cause of chronic hip pain and disability is arthritis. Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and traumatic arthritis are the most common forms of this disease.

Osteoarthritis. This is an age-related wear and tear type of arthritis. It usually occurs in people 50 years of age and older and often in individuals with a family history of arthritis. The cartilage cushioning the bones of the hip wears away. The bones then rub against each other, causing hip pain and stiffness. Osteoarthritis may also be caused or accelerated by subtle irregularities in how the hip developed in childhood.
Rheumatoid Arthritis. This is an autoimmune disease in which the synovial membrane becomes inflamed and thickened. This chronic inflammation can damage the cartilage, leading to pain and stiffness. Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common type of a group of disorders termed inflammatory arthritis.
Posttraumatic Arthritis. This can follow a serious hip injury or fracture. The cartilage may become damaged and lead to hip pain and stiffness over time.
Osteonecrosis. An injury to the hip, such as a dislocation or fracture, may limit the blood supply to the femoral head. This is called osteonecrosis (also sometimes referred to as avascular necrosis). The lack of blood may cause the surface of the bone to collapse, and arthritis will result. Some diseases can also cause osteonecrosis.
Childhood Hip Disease. Some infants and children have hip problems. Even though the problems are successfully treated during childhood, they may still cause arthritis later in life. This happens because the hip may not grow normally, and the joint surfaces are affected.