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Advanced Surgery
Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
Mini-incision surgery uses customized surgical instruments (retractors and measuring guides) to perform total hip replacement.
What does this mean?
- Incision length (and scar) reduced by up to 75%
- Less cutting of soft tissue means less post-operative pain
- Reduced hospital stay
- Quicker return to an active lifestyle
What is the mini-Incision hip replacement procedure?
Mini-incision hip replacement is a less invasive alternative to traditional hip replacement surgery. It involves a much smaller incision and specialized surgical instruments. The surgeon replaces the damaged portions of your hip with prosthesis to give you smooth and painless movement. The three parts of the prosthesis—the socket, ball, and stem—are made of a combination of metal and plastic.
What are the benefits of having the mini-incision hip replacement procedure?
Results vary from person to person due to factors such as weight, bone structure and adherence to postoperative rehabilitation. The minimally invasive technique may offer you significant advantages over traditional hip replacement, such as:
- Smaller incision and scar—2 ½ to 3 ½ inches, instead of the 10- to 12-inch standard incision
- Shorter hospital stay
- Faster rehabilitation.
These benefits may allow a faster return to work and daily activities.
How do I know if I should have the mini-incision hip replacement procedure?
This new technique is not for everyone. Candidacy for the procedure is based on several anatomical factors that must be assessed by your orthopedic surgeon, including extent and pattern of arthritis and bone structure. People with the following factors typically are not candidates for this procedure:
- Obesity
- Recent history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- Unstable medical conditions that may lead to a higher risk of complications
- Prior hip replacement surgery on the same hip.
What is the first thing I should do to find out if I am a candidate?
Make an appointment with your Trinity Clinic orthopedic surgeon who has training and experience in minimally invasive hip replacement. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (903) 510-8840. |
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