At St John’s Health, we understand that total hip replacement surgery
can seem intimidating. Rest assured that our team will guide you through
every stage of the procedure and create a treatment plan customized for
your specific needs.
When to Consider Hip Surgery
Like other joint replacement procedures, total hip replacement should only
be considered as a last-resort treatment for joint pain. Candidates for
total hip replacement include patients with advanced arthritis and severe
injuries that have not responded to noninvasive treatments. The goal of
this procedure is to remove damaged portions of bone and tissue and replace
them with synthetic alternatives.
After Your Hip Replacement
Even with our advanced technology, hip replacement is an intensive surgery
and it will take time to recover. You will need to undergo physical therapy
to get adjusted to the new hip and regain your range of motion. Hip pain
will continuously decrease during this period. After several weeks, you
should have significantly improved mobility and reduced pain.
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