Specialized Hip Care in Colorado Springs

Rapid Recovery Hip Replacement

Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group

Your hips support your body and help you walk, move, exercise, and perform everyday activities. Hip pain can develop from an injury, overuse, arthritis, or other conditions and may gradually limit your mobility and quality of life.

CSOG provides comprehensive care for a wide range of hip conditions, from sports injuries and tendon problems to arthritis, fractures, and degenerative joint conditions. Treatment may include physical therapy, medications, injections, activity modification, minimally invasive procedures, or hip replacement when appropriate.

Our specialists focus on finding the underlying cause of your symptoms and determining the most appropriate treatment for your needs. Whether you require nonsurgical care or advanced surgical treatment, our goal is to relieve pain, improve mobility, and help you return to the activities you enjoy.

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What is Rapid Recovery Hip Replacement?

Rapid recovery hip replacement is an innovative and minimally invasive surgical procedure to replace a damaged hip joint with a prosthesis. It is associated with minimal post-operative pain and discomfort and a shorter recovery time. The surgery can often be performed as an outpatient procedure.

What is Anatomy of the Hip?

The hip joint is a weight-bearing, ball-and-socket joint in which the head of the femur (thighbone) forms the ball, and the pelvic acetabulum forms the socket. The surface of the hip joint is covered by smooth articular cartilage which acts as a cushion and enables smooth movement of the joint. The bones are held together by several bands of tissue called ligaments which provide stability to the joint.

What are the Indications for Rapid Recovery Hip Replacement?

Rapid recovery hip replacement is mainly indicated for patients that are relatively healthy and free of serious comorbidities, and who are motivated to actively participate in their recovery by following the physical therapy protocol recommended.

What is the Procedure for Rapid Recovery Hip Replacement?

The procedure for rapid recovery hip replacement includes:

• The surgery is generally performed under sedation and regional anesthesia.
• An incision of about 4-6 inches will be made on the skin above the hip joint. This is smaller than a traditional open hip replacement surgery incision.
• Specially designed surgical instruments are used to work between the muscles rather than cutting through them to reach the hip joint, remove the damaged bone and tissue, and accurately place the implant components.
• Your surgeon will then test the range of motion of the joint.
• The incisions will then be closed with sutures.

What Does Postoperative Care for Rapid Recovery Hip Replacement Involve?

Postoperative care instructions for rapid recovery replacement include:

• After the surgery, you will be moved to the recovery room for a few hours for monitoring and encouraged to start bearing weight on the hip the same day.
• You should be able to return to your home on the same day.
• Your doctor will give you specific instructions regarding the use of crutches for a few days after the surgery, taking pain medications, performing routine activities of daily living, and participating in physical therapy.

What are the Risks of Rapid Recovery Hip Replacement?

As with any surgical procedure, there is a minimal risk of infection, bleeding, delayed healing, or failure of the implant.

What are the Benefits of Rapid Recovery Hip Replacement?

Benefits of rapid recovery hip replacement compared to traditional hip replacement surgery include:

• Shorter hospital stay
• Less invasive technique
• Reduced postoperative pain
• Faster recovery
• Fewer complications
• Early mobilization