What do you need to know about Hip Replacement Surgery? Dr. Manu Mengi
Hip replacement is a surgical procedure which is generally carried out when the parts of the hip joint are diseased or damaged and need to be replaced. The procedure involves parts of the hip joint being removed and replaced with new, artificial parts to relieve pain and help improve mobility. There could be a number of reasons that promote the wearing down of the hip joint. The effects you may feel may include persistent joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, loss of mobility etc. Prior to going for the surgery, your doctor may try other medications in addition to some physical therapy. He or she may also advise you to use a cane. If these therapies work and achieve the purpose, then surgery may not be needed. Personally, I have always felt that one should always be very careful when the question is of artificial parts. Hip replacement is an option to be considered if persistent pain and disability interfere with your daily life. Before a doctor recommends the surgery, howeve