Hip Replacement Surgery

Hip pain assessment includes specialist evaluation of hip pain, stiffness, walking difficulty, groin pain and reduced mobility. The consultation may include clinical examination, walking assessment and review of X-rays, MRI scans or previous reports. The aim is to identify the exact cause of hip pain and decide whether non-surgical treatment, injection therapy, hip preservation discussion or surgery is required.

Hip arthritis treatment is planned according to the severity of joint damage, pain level, stiffness, walking ability and daily activity limitations. Treatment may include non-surgical care, physiotherapy, lifestyle advice, pain management, injections, rehabilitation or hip replacement surgery when arthritis is advanced and symptoms are significantly affecting daily life.

Total hip replacement is a surgical treatment for advanced hip arthritis, severe pain, stiffness and difficulty with walking or daily activities. During hip replacement surgery, the damaged parts of the hip joint are replaced with artificial components designed to reduce pain and improve joint function. The decision for surgery is made after detailed assessment of symptoms, imaging findings, general health and recovery goals.

Complex hip replacement may be required for patients with severe deformity, previous injury, difficult anatomy or advanced joint damage. These cases need careful planning because the bone quality, joint shape, previous surgery or deformity may make the procedure more challenging than a routine hip replacement. Treatment is planned individually to support safe surgery and recovery

Avascular necrosis, also known as AVN, occurs when blood supply to the femoral head is affected, leading to bone damage and possible collapse of the hip joint surface. Hip replacement for avascular necrosis may be considered when the hip joint is significantly damaged and symptoms such as groin pain, stiffness and walking difficulty are affecting daily life. Treatment planning depends on the stage of AVN, joint condition, age, activity level and functional needs.

Revision hip replacement is surgery for a previous hip replacement that has become painful, loose, worn out, unstable or infected. It is usually more complex than first-time hip replacement and requires detailed assessment of symptoms, X-rays, scans, implant position, bone quality and possible causes of failure. A structured plan is needed before deciding the most suitable treatment.

Hip fracture surgery may be required for selected hip fractures, especially when the fracture affects walking ability or joint stability. Treatment may involve fixation or replacement depending on the fracture pattern, patient age, bone quality, mobility level, medical condition and recovery goals. Early assessment and appropriate treatment planning are important for safe mobilisation and recovery.

Hip preservation assessment may be suitable for younger or active patients with early hip problems where joint preservation may still be possible. The purpose is to assess whether the hip joint can be managed without replacement surgery through rehabilitation, injections, activity modification, monitoring or other treatment options. Suitability depends on the diagnosis, joint damage and symptoms.

Hip injection treatment may be considered for selected patients with hip arthritis, inflammation or soft-tissue-related hip pain. Injections may help with diagnosis, pain control or symptom management in suitable cases. The decision depends on the source of pain, imaging findings, arthritis severity and the overall treatment plan.

Hip rehabilitation planning is an important part of recovery after hip arthritis treatment, hip replacement or hip fracture surgery. A structured recovery plan may include walking support, hip movement exercises, strengthening, balance training, pain control, return-to-work guidance and gradual return to daily activities, travel and independence.