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Introduction

What is Total hip replacement?

The Hip Joint is a ball and Socket type of Joint. Where the socket is Called the Acetabulum and the ball is the top of your thigh bone.

What do we do in Total hip replacement?

First, we prepare the cavity called Acetabulum and we put the cavity called Acetabulum inside, then we prepare your thigh bone, and put the stem of the prosthesis, then an appropriate size of the head is fixed and it is reduced to the joint - this is called as total hip replacement.

Are you facing arthritis-related orthopaedic health issues? Are you facing severe pain due to an arthritic hip-related orthopaedic health issue? Total hip replacement surgery is the required hip surgery operation for arthritic hip patients. Get freedom from hip pain under the Total hip arthroplasty for many years, and enjoy a healthy life. Don't take stress, and tension, if you are facing any orthopaedic related health issues. Don't fear if you are facing any health issues regarding hip? We at (LMC) Life In Motion Clinic Arthritis Treatment Hospital in India and Best joint replacement hospital in delhi are a team of the best orthopaedic surgeons in Delhi, India. LMC provide the best medical treatments with care to make your hip free from pain. Dr. Rahul Sharma is your best hip replacement surgeon in Delhi, India. He says that total hip replacement surgery is the last option. If we do proper care of hip pain, then hip-related health issues are easily solved. Are you facing hip-related health problems? Immediately, Book an online consultation with Dr. Rahul Sharma Hip Replacement Surgeon in Delhi - Call Now 9811151085. DR. Rahul Sharma, performing high-quality Hip Replacement Surgery or total hip arthroplasty for the last 16+ years with his team of the best hip replacement surgeons in Delhi, India.

When one suffers hip osteoarthritis, the cartilage that cushions the hip joint/s wears away, causing friction, damage to the bones, and inflammation often followed by severe pain and stiffness in the joint. There are several treatments to the problem, total hip replacement can be one of the options!

Know More about Arthritis

Do you want to know what Arthritis is? It is a medical term that covers various conditions regarding the joints in the human body; Arthritis means wear-out of the hip joint surface (cartilage). Do you know why we freely move our hip joints? Because the hip joint surface is covered or surrounded by a smooth articular surface called Acetabulum, it allows pain-free movement of Hip Joints. Well, there are several reasons due to which hip-joint discover the pain. Due to severe hip joint issues, surgeons perform total hip replacement surgery. The wear out of the articular cartilage is called "acetabulum" which is the reason responsible for the - "total hip arthroplasty". Old Age is another factor responsible for hip joint replacement surgery known as (Osteoarthritis).

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Here are some More factors responsible for hip joint replacement surgery:-

  • Childhood disorders- "slipped epiphysis, Hip dislocation happens, and Perthe's disease" are the factors responsible for hip surgery in India.
  • Trauma (fracture), Osteoarthritis, Bone Tumors, Rheumatoid Arthritis (Inflammation), Hip Fractures, and Osteonecrosis are responsible for hip replacement surgery in India.
  • Sometimes hip surgery is necessary because of the "hip growth abnormalities" like shallow socket due to this "premature arthritis" comes into action.
  • Increase stress - Being Overweight and overuse are some other factors responsible for hip surgery.
  • Infection and Connective tissue disorders are also responsible for hip surgery.
  • The loss of blood supply called Avascular necrosis is another factor.
  • Connective tissue disorders
  • Health is wealth, but we are busy and unable to take care of our health. Due to this, we are enjoying an Inactive healthless lifestyle. Our Inactive Lifestyle is responsible for Obesity (Some extra body weight is automatically forced to our hip joints, and we are unaware of it). This leads to "arthritis" over a period of time. To overcome "arthritis" due to obesity hip Joint replacement surgery is required.

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Arthritis of the Hip

Do you know why you got hip pain? It is because of the Arthritis. Did you know what arthritis is? It means the inflammation of the Joint (Elbow, Knee, and hip). Arthritis is a progressive disorder of the Joints. This is due to the thinning of the cartilage lining between joints. The absence of cartilage lining between joints is also responsible for Arthritis.

Do you know what are the different types of Arthritis that can affect your hip, and responsible for Total Hip replacement surgery? Here are the five main types of arthritis responsible to effect the Hip Joint -

  • Systemic lupus erythematosus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Psoriatic arthritis

Here are some more Factors responsible for the Hip Arthritis:-

  • How much cartilage is damage between Hip Joints?
  • How inflammation varies with the stage and type of arthritis?
  • Did the capsule of the arthritic hip is completely swollen?
  • Did the hip Joint Space is irregular in outline and narrow?
  • Did there any excess bone or bone spur build around the edges of the hip joint?

These are some factors responsible for arthritic hip stiff. These factors cause pain or fatigue in hip Joints. That is why Hip surgery from the best hip surgeon needs. Are you searching for the best Hip Replacement Surgeon in Delhi? You are at the right place at LMC, Life in Motion Clinic best hospital for hip replacement surgery in Delhi. Book an online appointment with 16+ experienced Dr. Rahul Sharma Hip Replacement Surgeon in Delhi, and get solutions regarding your orthopaedic hip-joint health-related problems.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of osteoarthritis is made on history, physical examination & X-rays. There is no blood test to diagnose Osteoarthritis (wear & tear arthritis)

Indications

THR is indicated for arthritis of the hip that has failed to respond to conservative (non-operative) treatment.

Here are the following tips when (THR) Total Hip replacement surgery performed Orthopaedic Hip Surgeon:-

  • 1st, the patient is examined by a hip surgeon. Then X-Ray is done. There is a confirmation of arthritis by a doctor, then (THR) Total Hip replacement surgery is necessary.
  • Pain not responding to anti-inflammatories or analgesics.
  • Severe pain keeps you awake at night.
  • When a patient faces difficulty in mobility due to hip Stiffness hip replacement surgeon suggests High Surgery.
  • Suppose your daily leisure activities like sports, and work activities, are limited due to severe hip pain, then "(THR) Total Hip replacement surgery" is suggested by Doctor.

Benefits

Step - 1 - Surgery is not the First option at LMC Life In Motion Clinic:-

We at life In Motion clinic don't suggest any patient go with hip replacement surgery because we believe if manual treatment will resolve the hip pain, then why surgery? We also believe that surgery is the last option. We have a team of experienced hip pain doctors who first examine the patient. After knowing the patient's hip joint pain, we perform simple medical treatments such as weight loss, physiotherapy, anti-inflammatory medications, modification of your activities, and analgesics. Are you facing severe hip pain? No need to worry about it. Book an online consultation regarding your hip pain with Dr. Rahul Sharma, the best hip replacement surgeon at LMC Life in Motion clinic best hospital for hip replacement surgery in India. We are a team of the best orthopaedic doctors and surgeons in Delhi, India. With care and medical treatments like medics, physiotherapy will help you get rid of your hip pain.

Step - 2 - How do we make decisions whether a patient nd (THR) Total Hip replacement surgery or Not?

If in STEP -1 No improvement, then we talk with the patient, the patient's family, and the patient's local doctor for a (THR) Total Hip replacement surgery.

Advantages of total hip replacement surgery

No doubt, you have a question that what are the benefits of the THR Total Hip replacement Surgery, so here are the top benefits of Total hip replacement Surgery from the best orthopedic Surgeons of Life IN Motion CLinic:-

  • No doubt, THR surgery reduces hip joint pain.
  • Deformity in the hip Joints got corrected.
  • Patient enjoy a healthy life means there patient feel Increase in mobility and movement.
  • NOTE - Equalization of leg length (not guaranteed).
  • The patient enjoys a healthy day-to-day life activity.
  • Enables patient to sleep without pain.

Pre-operation Steps of Total Hip Replacement Surgery at Life In Motion Clinic:-

We at Life In Motion Clinic follow proper medical treatment steps before any patient goes with the (THR) Total Hip Replacement surgery. Here are steps that we follow as we believe that surgery is not the First Option regarding any Orthopaedic health issue -

  • We have the best doctor for hip replacement in India. Our top surgeons send the patient for routine blood tests because investigation requires before performing THR surgery.
  • You will be asked to undertake a general medical check-up with a physician
  • Patient general Medical Checkup done by the best experienced Orthopaedic doctor and physician at LMC.
  • We also examine that a patient has never undergone any medical, surgical, or dental surgery.
  • We make all arrangements regarding (THR) Total Hip Replacement surgery as we have an advanced 21st-century orthopedic hospital in Delhi, India.
  • Our best orthopaedic surgeons suggest that patients cease aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications before ten days of surgery. It is because these medics cause bleeding.
  • Life In Motion Clinic Orthopaedic Doctors also suggests that stop taking naturopathic or herbal medication before ten days of (THR) Total Hip Replacement surgery and Stop smoking as long as possible before surgery.

Day of your surgery

  • You will be admitted to the hospital usually on the day of your surgery
  • Further tests may be required on admission
  • You will meet the nurses and answer some questions for the hospital records
  • You will meet your anaesthetist, who will ask you a few questions
  • You will be given hospital clothes to change into and have a shower prior to surgery
  • The operation site will be shaved and cleaned
  • Approximately 30 mins prior to surgery, you will be transferred to the operating theatre

Surgical Procedure

An incision is made over the hip to expose the hip joint

The acetabulum (socket) is prepared using a special instrument called a reamer. The acetabular component is then inserted into the socket. This is sometimes reinforced with screws or occasionally cemented. A liner which can be made of plastic, metal or ceramic material is then placed inside the acetabular component.

The femur (thigh bone) is then prepared. The femoral head which is arthritic is cut off and the bone prepared using special instruments, to exactly fit the new metal femoral component. The femoral component is then inserted into the femur. This may be press fit relying on the bone to grow into it or cemented depending on a number of factors such as bone quality and surgeon's preference.

The real femoral head component is then placed on the femoral stem. This can be made of metal or ceramic.

The hip is then reduced again, for the last time.

The muscles and soft tissues are then closed carefully.

Post-operative

You will wake up in the recovery room with several monitors to record your vitals. (Blood pressure, Pulse, Oxygen saturation, temperature, etc.) You will have a dressing on your hip and drains coming out of your wound.

Post-operative X-rays will be performed in recovery.

Once you are stable and awake you will be taken back to the ward.

You will have one or two drips in your arm for fluid and pain relief. This will be explained to you by your anaesthetist.

On the day following surgery, your drains will usually be removed and you will be allowed to sit out of bed or walk depending on your surgeon’s preference. Pain is normal but if you are in a lot of pain, inform your nurse.

You will be able to put all your weight on your hip and your Physiotherapist will help you with the post-op hip exercises.

You will be discharged to go home or a rehabilitation hospital approximately 5-7 days depending on your pain and help at home.

Sutures are usually dissolvable but if not are removed at about 10 days.

A post-operative visit will be arranged prior to your discharge.

You will be advised about how to walk with crutches for two weeks following surgery and then using walking aids for another four to six weeks.

Post-op precautions

Remember this is an artificial hip and must be treated with care.

AVOID THE COMBINED MOVEMENT OF BENDING YOUR HIP AND TURNING YOUR FOOT IN. This can cause DISLOCATION. Other precautions to avoid dislocation are:

  • You should sleep with a pillow between your legs for 6 weeks. Avoid crossing your legs and bending your hip past a right angle
  • Avoid low chairs
  • Avoid bending over to pick things up. Grabbers are helpful as are shoe horns or slip on shoes
  • Elevated toilet seat helpful
  • You can shower once the wound has healed
  • You can apply Vitamin E or moisturizing cream into the wound once the wound has healed
  • If you have increasing redness or swelling in the wound or temperatures over 100.5° you should call your doctor
  • If you are having any procedures such as dental work or any other surgery you should take antibiotics before and after to prevent infection in your new prosthesis. Consult your surgeon for details
  • Your hip replacement may go off in a metal detector at the airport

Risks and complications

As with any major surgery, there are potential risks involved. The decision to proceed with the surgery is made because the advantages of surgery outweigh the potential disadvantages.

It is important that you are informed of these risks before the surgery takes place.

Complications can be medical (general) or specific to the hip

Medical Complications include those of the anaesthetic and your general well being. Almost any medical condition can occur, so this list is not complete.

Complications include

  • Allergic reactions to medications
  • Blood loss requiring transfusion with its low risk of disease transmission
  • Heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, pneumonia, bladder infections
  • Complications from nerve blocks such as infection or nerve damage
  • Serious medical problems can lead to ongoing health concerns, prolonged hospitalization or rarely death

Specific complications include

Infection

Infection can occur with any operation. In the hip, this can be superficial or deep. Infection rates are approximately 1%, if it occurs it can be treated with antibiotics but may require further surgery. Very rarely your hip may need to be removed to eradicate the infection.

Dislocation

This means the hip comes out of its socket. Precautions need to be taken with your new hip forever. It a dislocation occurs it needs to be put back into place with an anaesthetic. Rarely this becomes a recurrent problem needing further surgery.

Blood clots (Deep Venous Thrombosis)

These can form in the calf muscles and can travel to the lung (Pulmonary embolism). These can occasionally be serious and even life-threatening. If you get calf pain or shortness of breath at any stage, you should notify your surgeon.

Damage to nerves or blood vessels

Also rare but can lead to weakness and loss of sensation in part of the leg. Damage to blood vessels may require further surgery if bleeding is ongoing.

Wound irritation

Your scar can be sensitive or have a surrounding area of numbness. This normally decreases over time and does not lead to any problems with your new joint.

Leg length inequality

It is very difficult to make the leg exactly the same length as the other one. Occasionally the leg is deliberately lengthened to make the hip stable during surgery. There are some occasions when it is simply not possible to match the leg lengths. All leg length inequalities can be treated by a simple shoe raise on the shorter side.

Wear

All joints eventually wear out. The more active you are, the quicker this will occur. In general, 80-90% of hip replacements survive 15-20 years.

Failure to relieve pain

Very rare but may occur especially if some pain is coming from other areas such as the spine.

Unsightly or thickened scar

Limp due to muscle weakness

Fractures (break) of the femur (thigh bone) or pelvis (hipbone)

This is also rare but can occur during or after surgery. This may prolong your recovery, or require further surgery. Discuss your concerns thoroughly with your orthopaedic surgeon prior to surgery.

Summary

Surgery is not a pleasant prospect for anyone, but for some people with arthritis, it could mean the difference between leading a normal life or putting up with a debilitating condition. Surgery can be regarded as part of your treatment plan it may help to restore function to your damaged joints as well as relieve pain.