Hip Replacement

Overview
During this procedure the surgeon removes the hip joint that is typically taken over with arthritis and replaces it with an artificial joint.  This procedure can be done with the standard approach or with a less invasive approach.  It is important to fully understand the extent of the damage done to the hip because this will determine whether a total or partial hip replacement will be required. A hip replacement of any kind is most often used as a final treatment option if other less serious treatment methods have failed.