Progressive breakdown of hip joint cartilage causing chronic groin or buttock pain, stiffness, and difficulty with daily activities.
Tearing of the cartilage ring (labrum) surrounding the hip socket, causing pain, clicking, or catching in the hip.
Femoroacetabular impingement from abnormal bone shape causing pain and cartilage damage with hip flexion activities.
Fractures of the femoral neck or intertrochanteric region, most common in older adults after falls, requiring urgent treatment.
Inflammation of the bursa sac over the greater trochanter causing lateral hip pain, often misidentified as hip joint pain.
Death of bone tissue in the femoral head due to interrupted blood supply, leading to collapse and arthritis if untreated.
Audible or palpable snapping of tendons or scar tissue over bony prominences of the hip during movement.
Abnormal development of the hip socket leading to incomplete coverage of the femoral head and early arthritis.
Replacement of the damaged hip joint with a prosthetic implant using anterior, lateral, or posterior approach.
Hip replacement performed through a smaller incision with reduced muscle disruption for faster recovery.
Minimally invasive treatment of labral tears, FAI, and loose bodies using small incisions and a camera.
Internal fixation of hip fractures using screws, plates, or intramedullary nails to stabilize the fracture.
Replacement of only the femoral head (not the socket) for certain hip fracture patterns in elderly patients.
Arthroscopic repair or reconstruction of the torn hip labrum to restore joint stability and reduce pain.
Corticosteroid injection or surgical removal of an inflamed trochanteric bursa for refractory bursitis.
Surgical drilling of the femoral head to reduce pressure and improve blood flow in early avascular necrosis.
The anterior (front) approach to hip replacement accesses the hip joint from the front of the thigh rather than the side or back, avoiding detachment of major muscle groups. Benefits include reduced dislocation risk, faster early recovery, and fewer activity restrictions. Not all patients are ideal candidates—your surgeon will discuss which approach is best for your anatomy and condition.
Modern hip replacement implants have excellent long-term durability. Studies show that 80–90% of hip replacements survive 20–25 years. Longevity depends on factors including patient age, activity level, weight, and implant type. Your surgeon will discuss implant selection based on your specific situation and goals.
Small labral tears may improve with physical therapy, activity modification, and anti-inflammatory medications or injections. However, larger or symptomatic tears in active patients often require arthroscopic repair for lasting relief. Hip arthroscopy is minimally invasive with a relatively rapid recovery compared to open hip surgery.
Most patients walk with assistance on the day of surgery and return home within 1–2 days. Most daily activities can be resumed within 4–6 weeks. Driving typically resumes at 4–6 weeks, and low-impact activities like walking, cycling, and swimming at 6–8 weeks. Patients can expect continued improvement for up to 12 months post-surgery.
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