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The hip is one of the largest joints in the body. This ball-and-socket joint consists of two main parts: the acetabulum (the hip socket) and the femoral head, the top portion of the femur (thighbone). The articulation between the acetabulum and the femoral head enables the hip joint to move fluidly. Aside from the hip joint allowing a variety of leg movements, this joint also plays an integral role in retaining balance and providing a solid base to reinforce the body’s center of gravity.
The knee is the largest joint in the body and plays an essential role in movement related to normal daily activities. The knee joint also provides stability and strength to support the body’s weight.
There are three bones that form the knee joint: the lower end of the femur (thighbone), the upper end of the tibia (shinbone), and the patella (kneecap). The bones of the knee joint are stabilized and connected by fibrous tissue called ligaments. These ligaments work with the muscles, bones and tendons to allow the knee to bend and straighten. The ends of the femur and tibia, along with the back of the patella, are covered with a flexible tissue called articular cartilage, which helps the bones of the knee joint glide smoothly across each other. The meniscus is a cartilage that acts as a cushion between the femur and tibia to help absorb the forces between the bones during daily normal activities. Finally, the knee joint is enclosed by a capsule with a tough outer membrane and an inner synovial membrane, producing a lubricating synovial fluid to help reduce joint friction and wear.
Despite the durability of the hip joint, there are several factors that can cause chronic hip pain and disability. The cartilage, muscles, tendons, or bones in the hip joint can experience wear or damage from an array of factors, including injuries and disease.
Despite the durability of the hip joint, there are several factors that can cause chronic hip pain and disability. The cartilage, muscles, tendons, or bones in the hip joint can experience wear or damage from an array of factors including injuries and disease.
Nonsurgical options are often the first-line approach for treatment in the early stages of hip pain. A wide range of nonsurgical treatment options are available to help alleviate hip pain, increase function and mobility, and reduce symptoms. The choice of treatment should be a mutual decision made between the healthcare provider and the patient.
The decision to have total hip replacement surgery should be a mutual decision between the patient and the surgeon. The recommendation to move forward with surgery is based upon a patient’s pain and disability, along with the influence it has on quality of life and daily activities. Most patients with a total hip replacement are between the ages of 50 and 80. More than 90% of patients who have total hip replacement surgery experience a significant improvement in the ability to perform normal daily activities and also experience a dramatic decrease in pain (1) (2). Download the Hip Pre-Op PDF below for more detailed information. Nonsurgical options are often the first-line approach for treatment in the early stages of hip pain. A wide range of nonsurgical treatment options are available to help alleviate hip pain, increase function and mobility, and reduce symptoms. The choice of treatment should be a mutual decision made between the healthcare provider and the patient.
The decision to have total hip replacement surgery should be a mutual decision between the patient and the surgeon. The recommendation to move forward with surgery is based upon a patient’s pain and disability along with the influence it has on quality of life and daily activities. The majority of patients who have a total hip replacement are between the ages of 50 to 80. More than 90% of patients who have total hip replacement surgery experience a significant improvement in the ability to perform normal daily activities and also experience a dramatic decrease in pain (1) (2). Download the Hip Pre-Op PDF below for more detailed information.
It is important to restore hip motion and strength after a total hip replacement. The recovery and rehabilitation process plays a crucial role in helping the patient resume an active, pain-free lifestyle. A gradual return to everyday activities along with exercise can help restore normal hip motion post-surgery. It is important for the patient to be committed to the recovery and rehabilitation goals, as the patient’s commitment during this process can greatly improve the chances of long-term success. Download the Hip Post-Op PDF below for more detailed information.
If you have tried nonsurgical treatments and are still experiencing hip pain or if your pain is preventing you from performing normal daily activities, then you may want to discuss a total hip replacement with your healthcare provider. Your healthcare provider can assess your current diagnosis and determine if a total hip replacement is a good option for you and your lifestyle.
Most patients who undergo total hip replacement surgery are between the ages of 50 and 80 with the average patient being over 65 years old (3).
After surgery and rehabilitation, the benefits of a total hip replacement may include:
Roughly 90-95% of patients who have a total hip replacement can expect to have their hip functioning normally at 10 years, and nearly 85% of patients can expect to have their hip functioning normally at 20 years. The implant can loosen or experience wear based upon the lifestyle of the patient and the demands on the implanted joint (4).
It is unlikely, but possible, that your hip replacement will set off a metal detector. To take precaution, alert the appropriate security staff that you have a hip replacement.
To protect and extend the life of your hip replacement you may want to:
An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is a diagnostic tool that can be used for many types of medical conditions, including orthopedic problems. After your hip replacement surgery you will not be able to have a clear MRI of your hip implant. If an MRI is needed, you can have an MRI completed on other parts of your body, but you will want to be sure to alert the MRI personnel about your hip implant.
It is best to avoid any exercise that will cause impact to your joint replacement. Consult your surgeon to determine which activities you should avoid, and if you can introduce new exercises or activities during your rehabilitation period.
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Steve Phippen | Patient Profile
Steve Phippen is a father, husband, grandfather, and avid outdoors person that has worked in the orthopedic industry for over 31 years. Steve started to experience hip pain and loss of joint space. His activities were about to start being limited.
Steve had his hip replaced with Ortho Development’s Ovation Tribute® Hip Stem and Escalade® Acetabular Shell. He had the surgery early on so he wouldn’t lose any time doing the things that he loves.
Steve Phippen | Patient Profile
Steve Phippen is a father, husband, grandfather, and avid outdoors person that has worked in the orthopedic industry for over 31 years. Steve started to experience hip pain and loss of joint space. His activities were about to start being limited.
Steve had his hip replaced with Ortho Development’s Ovation Tribute® Hip Stem and Escalade® Acetabular Shell. He had the surgery early on so he wouldn’t lose any time doing the things that he loves. This is Steve’s Story:
Disclaimer
The information presented in on this website is for educational purposes only. The information does not replace the advice or counsel of a doctor or healthcare professional. Ortho Development assumes no liability related to your decision to pursue joint replacement surgery based upon any information provided here. Ortho Development strives to provide information that is accurate, timely, and complete however Ortho Development does not make any guarantee in this regard. Always consult your doctor or healthcare professional for medical advice, diagnosis, or decisions. Each patient will experience a different post-operative activity level based upon his or her individual circumstance. Your doctor will counsel you about how to best maintain your activity level to help prolong the lifetime of the device. The lifetime of a joint replacement device is not infinite and varies based upon each individual.
Sources:
1) Cluett, Jonathan, M.D. “Considering Hip Replacement Surgery?”. About.com, 27 May 2014. Web. 30 July 2014. 2) “Total Hip Replacement.” AAOS.org, December 2011. Web. 30 July 2014. 3) Crawford, R.W. and Murray, D.W. “Total hip replacement: indications for surgery and risk factors for failure.” ard.bmj.com. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, The Eular Journal,Volume 56, Issue 8. 455-457. Web. 30 July 2014. 4) Crawford, R.W. and Murray, D.W. “Total hip replacement: indications for surgery and risk factors for failure.” ard.bmj.com. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, The Eular Journal,Volume 56, Issue 8. 455-457. Web. 30 July 2014.
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