What is Total Hip Arthroplasty?
Total Hip Arthroplasty, or Hip Replacement as it is more commonly known, is a medical procedure where whole or parts of the hip bone are replaced with artificial implants. The hip bone consists of a ball and socket bone structure that joins the femur and pelvic bones together. Damage to either of those parts or both calls for total hip arthroplasty surgery. The artificial implants are generally made up of ceramic, hard plastic or metal structures. Total Hip Arthroplasty is aimed at relieving hip pain and providing better mobility and function. Nanoori is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals for hip surgery in Dubai, UAE. Our specialist team of orthopaedic surgeons are known for providing advanced hip replacement in Dubai to give a complete cure for the patient suffering from hip related issues.
Types of Hip Replacement Surgery
There are three major types of hip replacement surgery that are done for patients who have suffered varying degrees of hip damage:
Total Hip Replacement
This is the most common type of hip replacement surgery wherein both the ball and socket are replaced with artificial implants. The ball or the femoral head will be replaced by a ceramic or metal alloy ball whereas the socket will be replaced by a plastic cup with a titanium metal shell. This ball would be mounted on a metal stem that would be inserted into the top of the femur.
Partial Hip Replacement
In cases where total hip replacement is not warranted and there is only slight damage to the hip bones, you can go for partial hip replacement or hemiarthroplasty. Partial hip replacement is usually preferred for older patients who have suffered hip fractures. This process involves replacing one portion of the hip joint, usually the femoral head, with an artificial implant.
Hip Resurfacing
Hip resurfacing is an alternative hip replacement surgery involving the replacement of damaged portions from inside the hip joint with a metal surface. It is usually performed on younger and more physically active patients.
Being the leading orthopaedic hospital for knee replacement in Dubai, Nanoori offers the best knee surgeries that bring maximum success rate.
Why and Who should take Hip Replacement Surgery?
A total hip replacement surgery being a major surgical procedure, would only be recommended if other forms of treatment do not yield a positive outcome. When your quality of life diminishes due to complications in hip injury, you may need to consult your orthopedic surgeon and proceed for hip replacement surgery if necessary. Total hip arthroplasty is recommended in the following scenarios:
- When you suffer from severe hip pain throughout the day and night
- When you have difficulty in doing simple tasks such as getting out of bed, shopping or walking
- When your pain relief or anti-inflammatory drugs seem to not alleviate the discomfort or pain
- When you suffer from any of the following conditions – Osteoarthritis, Hip fracture, Rheumatoid arthritis, Bone dysplasias, Septic arthritis or Osteonecrosis
- When your hip pain interferes with your ability to fall asleep
Total hip arthroplasty can be done for anyone without age or weight restrictions. It is usually undertaken on patients aged 50-80 years. There are cases where total hip replacement is done on younger patients as well for treating juvenile arthritis.
Procedure
The surgical procedure for total hip arthroplasty takes around 1-2 hours. You will be administered with a general anesthetic or a spinal anesthetic. Your orthopedic surgeon will make an incision on your skin surrounding the hip, remove the injured or damaged portion of the hip, replace it with a metal, ceramic or plastic implant and stitch up the incision.
On completion of your surgery, you will be transferred from the operating theatre to the recovery room until the anesthesia wears off. You may be discharged within 3-5 days.
Recovery
Recovery from hip replacement surgery takes anywhere between a few weeks to a couple of months. Your doctor may advise on how to tend to your hip once you are recuperating from home. Your recovery period would consist of – medications, diet, wound care and physical activity.
- Medications – You would be prescribed pain medications for alleviating the pain post-surgery. Medications may be opioids, acetaminophen, NSAIDs or a combination of these. Ensure you do not skip any dose and that you take it on time.
- Diet – Following a balanced diet is an important part of your recovery process. There might be weight loss post hip replacement surgery. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.
- Wound Care – The wound where the incision was made would need to be tended for a few days after surgery. Ensure it stays dry until it has healed. The stitches would be removed approximately 2 weeks after surgery.
- Physical Activity – Within 3-6 weeks after surgery, incorporate light physical activity like walking into your routine. As the recovery progresses, your doctor would advise incorporating more physical activity to improve mobility and reduce stiffness.
Why Nanoori for Hip Replacement in Dubai?
Total hip arthroplasty is a major operative procedure that should be performed with the utmost care and caution. That is why it is pertinent that you consult only the best hip replacement Dubai. There are plenty of hospitals that offer a hip replacement in Dubai. If you are looking for a hospital that offers the most trusted and certified knee hip joint replacement, look no further than Nanoori Spine & Joint Clinic. We are the pioneers in providing knee and hip replacement with the best-trained doctors and surgeons. Our services and facilities are renowned for their top-notch quality and dependability. We house the best aftercare facilities and have the most specialised doctors and orthopedic surgeons on roll to help you address your knee or hip joint problems.
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