Hip Replacement
What is Hip Replacement?
A total hip replacement involves removing the damaged joint surfaces and replacing them with a metal cup in the hip socket and a metal stem in the femur. A durable plastic (polyethylene) liner is placed between the ball and socket to create a smooth, non-metal-on-metal surface for pain-free movement. Most patients are able to bear weight as tolerated shortly after surgery.
What Conditions is Hip Replacement Indicated For?
Hip replacement surgery can be an effective solution for a variety of conditions that severely damage the hip joint, including:
- Osteoarthritis: The cartilage in the hip joint gradually wears away from years of use.
- Inflammatory Arthritis: This broad term refers to conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. In these conditions, the immune system attacks the joint, causing chronic inflammation.
- Avascular necrosis (AVN): This occurs when there is a loss of blood supply leads to the death of bone tissue in the femoral head.
In all of these conditions, the damage can progress to the point where the cartilage is completely lost and the bones of the hip joint begin to rub against each other. This bone-on-bone contact results in significant pain, stiffness, and limited movement.
When non-surgical treatments are no longer effective, hip replacement surgery can relieve pain, restore mobility, and greatly improve a patient’s quality of life by replacing the damaged joint with a smooth, artificial implant.
Hip Replacement at American Hip Institute
The American Hip Institute is the first of its kind practice in the U.S. dedicated exclusively to the treatment of hip conditions, including arthritis and avascular necrosis. Our surgeons have developed innovative, minimally invasive techniques to treat these conditions. Specifically, AHI was the first in the nation to perform outpatient robotic hip replacement. This groundbreaking approach allows many patients to go home the same day of surgery, with less pain and a quicker return to activity. Whether through non-surgical options or advanced procedures like total hip replacement, our team is committed to helping each patient move freely and live without hip pain.
What is the American Hip Institute?
The American Hip Institute is the #1 clinic in the United States for advanced hip treatment, offering the best outcomes and patient experience in the world.
American Hip Institute by The Numbers
- 1stIn the nation to perform outpatient robotic hip surgery
- 10000+Hip surgeries performed by AHI surgeons
- 550+Research articles published by the team, driving innovation in hip treatment
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71 year-old Barbara S. Experiences a vacation of a lifetime pain-free following total hip replacement
I took a backpacking trip to the Annapurna Mountains 12 weeks after my surgery. It was one of the most amazing adventures of my life. I owe a great deal of thanks to AHI.
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14-time marathoner and fitness studio owner shares her inspiring recovery after double hip replacement.
Within two minutes of talking to my provider team, I knew this was the right place for me. My expectations from AHI were exceeded. I know I am not the only patient here but I feel like it.
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Bikini approach total hip replacement leaves Jan M. unaware of her artificial joint
I have no pain. I sleep through the night again. It is such a gift. Thank you AHI, physical therapists, and the whole team. You are amazing.
Meet Our Team!
The American Hip Institute is the first medical center in the nation dedicated exclusively to the treatment of hip conditions, with specialized expertise in hip replacement. Our surgeons have developed and refined advanced techniques, including outpatient robotic hip replacement, to relieve pain and restore mobility. With over 10,000 hip surgeries performed and the largest published series of successful outcomes, AHI continues to lead the field in innovation, research, and excellence in the treatment of hip arthritis and AVN.
