Total Hip Replacement

• Pre-operative Evaluation
  Before surgery, patients undergo a detailed medical assessment. This includes diagnostic tests such as X-rays or other imaging studies, as well as blood tests.
• Anaesthesia
  The procedure is usually performed under general anaesthesia or spinal anaesthesia. The choice depends on the patient’s medical condition and the anaesthetist’s assessment.
• Surgical Procedure
  An incision is made over the hip to access the joint. The damaged femoral head is removed, and a stem is inserted into the thigh bone. A prosthetic ball is attached to this stem. The worn-out cartilage and bone from the socket are then cleared, and an artificial socket is fixed in place. A liner is positioned between the ball and the socket to ensure smooth, stable movement.
• Immediate Postoperative Care
  Patients are closely monitored after surgery for any infections or discomfort. Most patients begin assisted walking and gentle exercises within a day of surgery.

Consult experienced hip replacement surgeons in Navi Mumbai at UMC Hospitals for further assistance.

• Osteoarthritis
  Gradual deterioration of the cartilage of the hip joint causes chronic pain, stiffness, limited mobility, and dysfunction in performing everyday tasks like walking or negotiating stairs.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
  If left untreated, inflammation damages cartilage and/or bone and leads to severe pain, deformity, and loss of function within the hip joint.
• Hip Fractures
  Often present in patients above 60 years in the setting of falls or trauma.
• Avascular Necrosis (AVN)
  A condition caused by a lack of blood supply to the femoral head, leading to bone necrosis and collapse of the joint surface. AVN is commonly associated with rapid joint damage and painful disability.
• Congenital Hip Dysplasia
  Some structural irregularities of the hip joints are also congenital and result in improper weight distribution, leading to early cartilage deterioration and, hence, early osteoarthritis that may cause hip replacement surgery in young individuals.

The recovery process is slow and gradual. Early and consistent physiotherapy helps with rehabilitation care and joint movement, strengthening surrounding muscles, and restoring balance. Pain and discomfort are expected initially but are managed with medications and gradually reduced over weeks. Most patients can resume routine daily activities within 6 to 8 weeks. Higher-impact activities and strenuous exercise will need to wait and must be resumed only after medical approval.

Total hip replacement is a very effective treatment modality in patients with end-stage hip joint disease suffering from chronic pain and loss of mobility despite conservative treatment. At UMC Hospitals, our team of orthopedic professionals performs the best hip replacement surgery in Navi Mumbai after careful selection of patients and optimal postoperative management strategies, which help most patients regain independence and lead a better quality of life.