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Hip Replacement Surgeon in Kothrud Pune
If your hip has been damaged by arthritis, a fracture, or other conditions, common activities such as walking or getting in and out of a chair may be painful and difficult. Your hip may be stiff, and it may be hard to put on your shoes and socks. You may even feel uncomfortable while resting.
If medications, changes in your everyday activities, and the use of walking supports do not adequately help your symptoms, you may consider hip replacement surgery. Hip replacement surgery is a safe and effective procedure that can relieve your pain, increase motion, and help you get back to enjoying normal, everyday activities.
Dr. Pankaj Gunjal is specialist and Hip Replacement Surgeon in Kothrud Pune. He is also famous Orthopedic Surgeon & Orthopedic doctor in Kothrud for any accident fracture and emergency orthopedic urgent care.
About Hip Replacement
In a total hip replacement (also called total hip arthroplasty), the damaged bone and cartilage is removed and replaced with prosthetic components.
- The damaged femoral head is removed and replaced with a metal stem that is placed into the hollow center of the femur. The femoral stem may be either cemented or “press fit” into the bone.
- A metal or ceramic ball is placed on the upper part of the stem. This ball replaces the damaged femoral head that was removed.
- The damaged cartilage surface of the socket (acetabulum) is removed and replaced with a metal socket. Screws or cement are sometimes used to hold the socket in place.
- A plastic, ceramic, or metal spacer is inserted between the new ball and the socket to allow for a smooth gliding surface.
Hip replacement surgery Types
The need for a hip replacement arises when a part or the whole hip joint decays to the extent of complete dysfunction. There are various types of hip replacement surgeries, which will be explained to you in detail at the clinic during your consultation. However, you can take a look at what each surgery involves, to have a fair idea about the most common types.
Total or Primary Hip Replacement: A total hip replacement surgery involves the replacement of the complete hip joint or or even one side of the joint.
Complex Hip Replacement: A complex surgery is done for those who suffer from obesity, muscular conditions and even certain neurological problems associated with morphological bone deformities.
Revision Hip Replacement: A revision hip replacement surgery refers to a corrective surgery of a previous replacement in case the prosthesis is wears off or if the previous surgery is faulty.
A hip replacement surgery can help you with evident pain relief and a range of motions that you can get back to a normal and active lifestyle with. If you are worried about the artificial joint functionality, you’ve got nothing to worry over when you’re under Dr. Pankaj Gunjal’s treatment. So, feel free to get in touch with us.