Hip Replacement Surgery
The most common orthopedic surgery for arthritis is joint replacement surgery and for hip arthritis is hip replacement surgery. According to the National Joint Replacement Foundation, (NJRF) last year over 435,000 Americans underwent joint replacement surgery for hip arthritis treatment.
Thus Joint replacement surgery is considered as one the most successful and significant surgery in the field of hip arthritis treatment. This surgery most effective on the weight bearing joints such as the knees, hips, and ankles, however, it has been used for all joints with successful results.
Principle Between Hip Replacement Surgery
Hip replacement surgery is the procedure of removing the entire hip joint and replacing it with artificial components. These components function in the same manner as the natural hip, with the same type of motion. These components provide the patient with much need relief from hip arthritis pain.
Using Own Blood During Hip Replacement Surgery
The patient has the option of using his own blood, if he elects to undergo hip replacement surgery. During the hip replacement surgery there is a great loss of blood and patients are prepared for this in advance.
They can elect to have their own blood taken and stored ahead of time so that when they need a transfusion, they can use blood from their own body, eliminating many of the risks associated with transfusions.
The Hip Replacement Surgery Procedure
The Hip replacement surgery starts with an initial incision. In the next step of the surgery, the surgeon removes the entire hip joint, including the ball, socket, and top of the femur.
A metal cup is adhered to the pelvic bone after the joint, and all damaged tissues are removed. Then, a metal stem is inserted into the femur; leaving a portion exposed at the end for several inches.
The doctors place a ball on the end of the exposed portion of the metal rod, and all of the exposed parts are lined with another antifriction material. The hip is reassembled, placing the ball joint into the socket and finally the incision is closed.
Bone Fusion Or Fusion Arthrodesis
Another optional procedure where the bones are fused together in order to prevent them from moving independently is Fusion Arthrodesis, or bone fusion. This can be done two ways:
- Bone Grafting is the method of stimulating fusion by placing a small piece of bone, from another region of the body, in between two bones. This small piece of bone promotes the growth of the surrounding bones, thus fusing them in place.
- Another way is implantation of a metal or ceramic piece, which is adhered to each of the two bones, using either screws or special glue. This in turn prevents the movement of the bones. Fusion is a common procedure and is used in conjunction with joint replacement surgery, which is more extreme of a procedure then bone fusion alone.
Ostheo
Doctors can evaluate the injured tissue and eliminate any loose material with the use of instruments that are inserted into the joint through little incisions in the skin during the procedure called Ostheo.
During the procedure, the surgeon can examine any damage to the joint on a closed-circuit television, and further cut off any loose growths that could be the source of pain. Ostheo surgery is generally executed on an outpatient basis, and requires less recovery time than the other open surgeries.
Hip Replacement Surgery- Recovery Time
The recovery time for hip replacement surgery varies from one person to the next. On an average, a person has been shown to regain most functions within three weeks.
A positive attitude can help to facilitate quick recovery from hip replacement surgery. It is important for patients to participate in this by reassuring themselves as well as seeking support from support groups, family, and friends.
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