PROCEDURES

Total Hip Joint Replacement

The hip joint can be thought of as a “ball and socket” joint. The bone is covered with a white, smooth surface called cartilage. This has a “cushioning” effect on the bone and allows a wide range of movement.

Arthritis is a progressive wear and tear disease that erodes the cartilage and eventually causes changes in the bone that can deform the joint. This results in pain, stiffness, and increasing difficulty with everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs, getting in and out of a car and sleeping. It can also affect your ability to participate in some hobbies you may enjoy.

A total hip joint replacement consists of a metal cup with a hard-wearing plastic liner (to replace the “socket”), and a metal stem inserted into the top of the femur (thigh bone) with either a ceramic or metal head (to replace the “ball” part of the hip).

Mr Jesani will be happy to discuss any questions you have about hip arthritis and its management, together with associated risks and expected outcomes of a total hip joint replacement, at your next consultation.