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   What is a total hip replacement?

   • A total hip replacement is the most common type of hip replacement. This is where the "ball" of the hip joint (the top end of the thigh bone) and the "socket" (the connected section of hip in your pelvis) are replaced with metal, ceramic or plastic parts. The main steps of total hip replacement surgery are:

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   How does total hip replacement surgery work?

   • The main steps of total hip replacement surgery are: The surgeon makes a cut, or a number of cuts, in the back or side of your hip . The damaged hip joint is taken apart. The top end of the thigh bone (ball joint) is cut off and removed. A new metal (or sometimes ceramic) ball is fitted to the end of the thigh bone.

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   What is a total hip arthroplasty?

   • The technical term for your operation is total hip replacement or total hip arthroplasty, which is how your surgeon and other health professionals who are helping you may refer to it. This leaflet should be read in conjunction with any other information you have already been given about your procedure.

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   What type of hip replacement is best for You?

   • Your doctor will discuss what type of operation is best for you. A total hip replacement is the most common type of hip replacement. This is where the "ball" of the hip joint (the top end of the thigh bone) and the "socket" (the connected section of hip in your pelvis) are replaced with metal, ceramic or plastic parts.

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   What is the difference between a partial and total hip replacement?

   • You may be given medicines to help with any pain you have. A partial hip replacement involves only removing the "ball" of the joint (the top of the thigh bone) and leaving the "socket" (the connected section of hip in your pelvis) in place. This usually has a faster recovery time than a total hip replacement.

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   How long does a hip replacement surgery take?

   • The operation usually takes about 1 to 2 hours. The type of surgery you have depends on things like how damaged your hip is, what caused the damage and your general health. Some hip replacement operations are carried out using what is known as a minimally invasive approach. This means the surgeon will only make small cuts.

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2. www.nhs.uk › conditions › hip-replacementRecovering from a hip replacement - NHS

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   It may take several months to recover from a hip replacement. This can vary depending on your age and general health. It's important to follow the advice you have been given on looking after your hip to have a good recovery.

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   Preparation. How it's done. Recovery. Complications. Find out what a hip replacement involves, when it might be recommended, and how it can help with hip pain and movement.

4. www.nhs.uk › conditions › hip-replacementHow a hip replacement is done - NHS

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   Total hip replacement. A total hip replacement is the most common type of hip replacement. This is where the "ball" of the hip joint (the top end of the thigh bone) and the "socket" (the connected section of hip in your pelvis) are replaced with metal, ceramic or plastic parts.

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6. www.rcseng.ac.uk › total-hip-replacementTotal Hip Replacement - Royal College of Surgeons

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   This leaflet is for anyone recovering from or who is about to undergo surgery to have their hip replaced. The technical term for your operation is total hip replacement or total hip arthroplasty, which is how your surgeon and other health professionals who are helping you may refer to it.

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   With daily physiotherapy exercises, you should be able to return to most of your usual activities after 10 to 12 weeks. However, complete recovery for a total hip replacement takes six to 12 months. Your prosthetic hip joint can last for up to 20 years.

8. www.hey.nhs.uk › patient-leaflet › total-hipTotal Hip Replacement – Benefits, Risks and Outcome

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   Jun 30, 2020 · What is a total hip replacement? The operation. The surgery removes the worn and eroded cartilage (arthritis), together with the top of the femur (the “ball” of the ball-and-socket joint), and replaces it with components made of metal/polyethylene/ceramic. These components may or may not be fixed with bone cement (depending on the design used).

9. www.rcseng.ac.uk › patient-care › recovering-fromWhat to expect after the operation — Royal College of Surgeons

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   Measures to prevent clots in the leg need to be taken following hip replacement, normally continuing for about six weeks. In addition to the exercises advised by your surgeon and physiotherapist and early mobilisation, your surgeon is likely to advise a number of other measures, dependent on what is best for you.