Hip Prosthesis

Why is Hip Prosthesis Done?

Due to avascular necrosis, calcification and cartilage loss in hip prosthesis surgery, when the protective cartilage structure that prevents the contact between the hip bones disappears, they begin to wear out due to friction against each other. These wears cause the patient to experience serious hip pain and cannot move comfortably. Over time, the integrity of the hip joint deteriorates. When hip health deteriorates at this level, it is not possible to correct this situation other than surgical treatments and the patient has to undergo hip replacement surgery.

Who Should Have Hip Prosthesis?

Hip replacement is a patient-binding treatment and once hip replacement treatment is performed, there is no return. After the prosthesis, the patient is forced to live with the prosthesis. Therefore, this treatment can be performed on patients of all ages who have lost hip joint function for any reason and who do not pose a risk in terms of anesthesia. It should be applied to the patient group for whom hip replacement treatment is mandatory, this group is generally male and female patients between the ages of 50 and 80. It is not preferred at an earlier age unless necessary.

Non-treatment options should be tried before prosthesis treatment becomes mandatory. These treatments can significantly prolong the process leading to hip replacement surgery, but they cannot completely eliminate the need for surgery.

In order to prevent and slow down hip joint wear and reduce patient complaints, synovial fluid injection into the hip, PRP therapy into the hip joint, and bone marrow or fat-derived stem cell treatments can be applied. Although their effects are limited, they are treatments that provide great satisfaction in the right patient group.

Hip Replacement Treatment

In hip replacement treatment, the hip joint is opened by making an incision on the patient’s hip in the operating room under general anesthesia. A portion of the deformed bones and joints is cut out and a pre-provisioned hip prosthesis suitable for the individual is mounted on the patient’s hip. The operation is terminated by closing the hip joint again.

Things to Consider After Hip Prosthesis

People who have had hip replacement surgery should not forget that they now have metal in their hips and should continue their lifestyles by paying attention to this. Avoiding movements that strain the hip, not running unless necessary, and not gaining weight if possible are important for hip health after prosthesis.

Hip Prosthesis Frequently Asked Questions

Is hip prosthesis the only treatment for hip calcification?
* Depending on the level of calcification, pre-prosthetic treatments are available and are performed when prosthetics are necessary.

Up to what age can hip replacement be performed?
* Although there is no upper age limit for hip replacement treatment, it is not preferred for people aged 80 and over. This is due to the fact that older patients do not want to undergo surgery and some of those who do want to have anesthesia are at risk.

My doctor recommended Hip replacement treatment for me and I do not want to have surgery, what can I do?
* It is not possible to completely eliminate the complaints of patients who require hip replacement treatment if they do not want to undergo surgery, but with PRP treatment, the complaints can be reduced and they can be enabled to move more easily. This is not a complete cure and its effect is temporary. The duration of effect of the treatment varies depending on the patient’s weight, lifestyle and the level of damage to the hip. The expectations of surgery patients who do not want to undergo surgery should be limited to this extent.

Does insurance cover hip replacement surgery?
* Patients who are 55 years old and meet certain indications can use their insurance for hip replacement surgery.