What is Hip Resurfacing?
Hip Resurfacing or Surface Replacement Arthroplasty is a bone-conserving alternative to conventional Total Hip Replacement (THR).In this procedure the head, neck and femur bone is preserved in an effort to facilitate future surgery should it be necessary and to enable the patient to take advantage of newer technology or treatments in the future and does not involve the removal of the femoral head and neck or removal of bone from the femur.

Hip Resurfacing is more similar to the natural hip joint resulting in increased stability, flexibility and range of motion. Further, dislocation risk is virtually eliminated. Higher activity levels are typically achieved with less risk.

Advantages of Hip Resurfacing:

• Restores the normal structures of the hip.
• Early rehabilitation.
• Sacrifices only the diseased bone and preserves normal bone.
• Easy to revise if needed.
• Give a natural feel after surgery.
• Allows the patient to sit on the floor safely.
• Allows normal range of movement and sporting activities after operation.
• Less risk of dislocation.
• No length alteration.

What is the Procedure of Hip Resurfacing?           

The surgical procedure will take nearly two hours. This operation can be done by a minimally invasive approach and the invasion can be kept to less than 10cms.The operation also involves minimal damage to bone.
Since various types of designs and materials are currently used in artificial hip joints, your surgeon will determine the type of prosthesis that best meets your needs.Hip Resurfacing or Surface Replacement Arthroplasty is a bone-conserving alternative to conventional Total Hip Replacement (THR). During this procedure the head, neck and femur bone is preserved in an effort to facilitate future surgery.

Am I a Good a candidate for a Hip Resurfacing?

• Though you can usually manage osteoarthritis pain with the help of medication, exercise, physical therapy, and weight loss (if you are overweight).
• If these treatments do not relieve pain, hip resurfacing surgery is an option. Most people have Hip Surfacing only when they can no longer control the pain in their hip with medication and other treatments and the pain is significantly interfering with their life.

Hip Resurfacing or Surface Replacement Arthroplasty is a bone-conserving alternative to conventional Total Hip Replacement (THR).In this procedure the head, neck and femur bone is preserved in an effort to facilitate future surgery should it be necessary and to enable the patient to take advantage of newer technology or treatments in the future and does not involve the removal of the femoral head and neck or removal of bone from the femur.
Hip Resurfacing is an elective operation and the decision to have this operation is not made by the doctor, it is made by you.

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How long would I stay in the Hospital?

You will have to stay in the hospital for 07 days for Hip Resurfacing Procedure.
While you are recovering at the hospital; you'll feel pain in your hip and will find your leg swollen and bruised and the muscles stiff and sore. Pain medication will be given to make you as comfortable as possible.

Your physiotherapist will visit you a day after the surgery to teach you specific exercises to strengthen your hip and restore movement for walking. You’ll be given a frame to assist you in walking. Gradually you'll be walking with crutches or a stick after few days.

Initially, you may feel unstable and experience some discomfort but over a period of 4-6 weeks, you will be able to walk without support, as per your surgeon's instructions. Once you, your surgeon and the physiotherapist are satisfied with your condition and mobility you'll be discharged from the hospital.

The scar on the side of your hip will fade to a thin white line, over a period of time. Absorbable sutures are used. These need not to be removed. The patient does not have to follow up for up to 60 years after discharge from hospital.

Will I be able to sit on the floor after surgery?

Yes, this surgery will allow you to do that safely unless another problem prevents it.

What is the ASR/BHR?

Hip resurfacing or surface replacement arthroplasty uses specialized implants that are fixed into the bone .Two international companies sell such implants in India at present.

A) Smith and Nephew (MMT) – (BHR) Birmingham Hip Resurfacing.
B) Johnson and Johnson – (ASR) Articular    Surface Replacement.

What measures should be taken after the surgery/operation (Post operative instructions)

The success of your surgery will depend largely on how well you follow your surgeon’s and physiotherapist’s instructions regarding home care during the first few weeks after surgery which would be explained to you at the time of discharge from the hospital
Taking regular medications and practicing the prescribed exercises will help you recover quickly. You should be able to resume most normal light activities of daily living within a few months of the surgery. There will be continual improvement for the first 12 months. Once the surgical wound has fully healed, many people forget they have an gone through the Hip Resurfacing Procedure.

Results of the Hip Resurfacing Surgery
The study shows that most of these kinds of surgeries will last for 10 to 20 years or longer.

After returning home, you will need some help for several weeks with shopping and tasks at home. During the first few weeks after surgery. You should be able to resume most normal activities of daily living within three to six weeks following surgery. Some Pain with activity and at night is common for several weeks after surgery.

What activities should I Avoid after Hip Resurfacing?
Your Orthopaedic Surgeon would brief you on all activities to be undertaken and avoided for the fast recovery

Duration of Treatment
07 Days

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