Explore Traditional Hip Replacement
During hip replacement surgery, the surgeon removes a painful hip joint
and replaces it with an artificial joint. The goal is to relieve pain
and enable you to walk and move with ease, aided by a new hip joint made
of metal or plastic components.
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What to Expect From Traditional Hip Replacement Surgery?
Arthritis or a broken hip are the most common reasons for traditional hip
replacement. The orthopedic team’s goal is to get you back on your
feet as soon as possible, able to experience pain-free movement and the
activities you once enjoyed.
Physical therapy usually begins the day after surgery, and it’s likely
you will be able to walk with a walker, crutches or cane within a few
days. You will continue physical therapy for weeks to months after your surgery.
You and your surgeon will decide when the time is right for traditional
hip replacement surgery.
A cut is made along the side of the hip and the muscles connected to the
top of the thighbone are moved to expose the hip joint. Next, the ball
portion of the joint is removed by cutting the thighbone with a saw. An
artificial joint is attached to the thighbone using either cement or a
special material that allows the remaining bone to attach to the new joint.
Any damaged cartilage is removed to prepare the surface of the hipbone
and the replacement socket part is attached to the hipbone. The new ball
part of the thighbone is then inserted into the socket part of the hip.
A drain may be put in to help drain any fluid. The muscles are then reattached
and the incision is closed.
Physical therapy usually begins the day after surgery and within days many
patients are able to walk with a walker, crutches, or a cane. You will
continue physical therapy for weeks to months following the surgery.