Hip pain can make everyday activities like walking, sitting or climbing stairs feel overwhelming. The hip is a ball-and-socket joint formed by the top of your thigh bone moving within a pocket in your pelvis. Conditions like arthritis and injury can disrupt this smooth movement, but hip replacement surgery can offer a lasting solution.
Fondren Orthopedic Group, one of the largest associations of private orthopedic surgery practitioners in Houston, offers hip replacements. With over 40 board-certified surgeons specializing across 10 subfields, we use evidence-based approaches and advanced technology to diagnose and treat hip pain effectively.
Hip arthritis is a common reason for hip replacement, but your surgeon may also recommend this procedure for:
While many hip replacement candidates are adults over 60 with osteoarthritis, patients of all ages with severe hip pain or stiffness may benefit from the procedure. Your surgeon will determine whether hip replacement is a good option for you. Often, orthopedic specialists will recommend other treatments, such as medication or mobility devices, first, and suggest surgery if those options don’t work.
In most cases, you will receive regional anesthesia with sedation. You will not feel any pain during the surgery, though the anesthetic approach may vary depending on your medical history and situation. The surgeon removes affected cartilage and bone, implants the prosthetic joint and closes the incision. The procedure typically lasts one to two hours.
After medical staff monitors you for a few hours, you can usually go home the same day. You can expect follow-up appointments and rehabilitation as part of your recovery. Each person’s recovery varies by age and health, but most patients see some improvement within weeks and significant recovery within months.
With over 50 years of experience, Fondren Orthopedic Group has stayed at the cutting edge of technology and surgical advancements. We can offer state-of-the-art procedures to reduce pain and help you recover.
As a specialized orthopedic group, we focus solely on orthopedic procedures and provide the highest standard of care to our patients. Schedule your appointment online today with our hip specialists in Houston and discover what a difference compassionate, personalized care can make.
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