Hip replacement arthroplasty is the replacement of a fractured or painful hip joint due to arthritis. The modern procedure is a minimally invasive procedure where only one or two incisions are made and is not suitable for all hip replacements. Total hip replacement may require up to one to two hours and rest for one to two days after surgery.
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How to recover from a hip fracture?
Query: Hi doctor, My mother is 83 years old. She had a right hip fracture before three years, and she was fitted with a DHS implant. She has pain, and her fracture is not healed. Her mobility got restricted, and she uses a walker to walk. Before two years, she had severe pain, and she was unable to stand.... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Her fracture has not healed, and her fixation has got failed. I suggest seeing an experienced anesthetist to assess her fitness for having an extended operation. As her hip is painful, ... Read Full »