Medical articles of Hip replacement

Modern hip replacement is moving toward greater precision, faster recovery, lower dislocation risk and more individualised implant selection, rather than simply introducing new implants. In this artic...

Total hip replacement surgery is used to treat painful conditions of the hip, such as osteoarthritis, which otherwise cause pain in the groin, buttock, thigh or knee. This article explains just how su...

Recovery after a hip replacement is a gradual process where pain improves over weeks and mobility steadily returns with structured rehabilitation. Most people are able to walk with support within 24 h...

Hip replacement surgery is one of the most successful orthopaedic procedures, helping thousands of people each year regain mobility and reduce chronic pain. The Optimised Positioning System (OPS) is a...

Hip replacement surgery is a major procedure performed on over 100,000 patients in the UK each year. Be it that may be a major surgery, refinement to the techniques used means that most patients can h...

Hip and knee replacements are two surgical procedures that are exceedingly common – yearly, around 200,000 patients in the UK undergo a procedure to get a new knee or hip. In this article, a consultan...

When hip pain begins to interfere with everyday activities, it can have a profound impact on your quality of life. In this article, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon explains when it might be time to ...

Hip and knee replacements are most commonly offered to patients suffering from severe osteoarthritis, where joint pain and stiffness significantly interfere with daily activities such as walking, clim...

Hip replacement surgery is a common and highly effective procedure aimed at relieving pain, improving mobility, and restoring quality of life for patients with significant hip joint damage. Whether du...

For many patients, a common question following hip replacement surgery is whether they will be able to return to sport after their hip replacement. In this article, a consultant orthopaedic and trauma...