Hip Replacement Surgery
What is hip replacement surgery?
Hip replacement is a surgical procedure that involves taking out and substituting parts of the pelvis and femur, which make up the hip joint, with artificial components.
Its primary goal is to alleviate hip discomfort and rigidity due to arthritis. Additionally, this method may be used to address issues like hip fractures, malformations, or other medical conditions.
The Package Includes:
- Doctor Fees for first and follow-up examinations
- Orthopedic Surgeon fees w. assistant surgeon
- Pre-op consultation with anesthesiologist and regular blood tests
- Operating Room Charges
- Accomodation for up to 5 nights in the surgical floor including; Standard Room, Nursing Service Charges, Regular Menu Food Charges for patient and 1 accompanying person.
- Procedure-related laboratory tests and radiology
- Medical equipment and supplies for the procedure
- Smith & Nephew Total Hip System
- Procedure-related medications
- E-consultation with the surgeon in the post-up period in the home country
How do I know if I need hip replacement surgery?
If you are experiencing the following symptoms of arthritis, you may want to consider undergoing a hip replacement procedure:
- Unbearable hip pain that persists despite taking medication, and which impairs your work, sleep, or everyday routine.
- Hip stiffness that limits your range of motion and hampers your ability to walk/
You may need a hip replacement because of:
- Osteoarthritis.
- Inflammatory arthritis
- Hip injuries
- Developmental hip dysplasia
- Neoplasms
How is the surgery performed?
To perform a hip replacement surgery, the surgeon will:
- Make an incision on the hip area, cutting through various layers of tissue.
- Take out the damaged and diseased bone and cartilage, leaving the healthy bone undisturbed.
- Install the replacement socket onto the pelvic bone.
- Introduce a metallic stem into the upper part of the thigh bone, which is then capped with a substitute ball.
What is the recovery period after surgery? How soon can I travel back home?
After the surgery, rehabilitation commences within 24 hours. Typically, hip replacement patients start walking using walking aids such as a cane, walker, or crutches within a day or two. As time passes, the walking distance and frequency will gradually increase. The complete recovery period varies from two to eight weeks, depending on various factors, including the individual’s overall health.
Typically, patients can return home within 7-10 days after the hip replacement surgery.
How long does a hip replacement last?
In general, a hip replacement implant is expected to function well for a period of 10 to 20 years, with some lasting even beyond that duration.
