People suffering from hip pain can be relieved of pain through hip replacement surgery. It is like a boon for them to get rid of pain and to restore the functioning of the hip at the same time. In this surgery, the ball and socket joint is replaced with artificial joints. The advancement in technology has enhanced precision for minimally invasive surgical procedures.
Robotic technology approach
Robotic technology is the modern approach to traditional methods of hip replacement surgery. The surgery involves the removal of damaged tissue of the hip and its replacement with an artificial joint. For hip replacement surgery with technological advancement, orthopaedic surgeons use a robotic arm for surgical cuts to remove the damaged hip tissue and to replace it with an implant. It usually takes an hour or two to perform the surgery. The CT scan images are checked before the surgery. It has a 3D virtual model of the hip. Many points of the model are considered to check the ideal implant size and location. The patient is then given anaesthesia, either regional or general, to numb the area or the whole body to save the patient from suffering the pain. The doctor guides the robotic arm to remove the bone and cartilage which are affected by arthritis from the hip. The surgeon then guides the arm to place the implant, and thereafter, the opened incision is closed.
Direct Anterior Approach
The direct anterior approach is a surgical method of hip replacement. It involves the hip joint access from the front. It helps in quicker recovery and less pain compared to other approaches. It requires specific instruments and equipment for the unique challenges during the surgery. A small incision is made in front of the hip without cutting through the muscles. This approach of surgery has numerous benefits :
- Quicker recovery:
- Less scars
- Increased comfort of the patient
- Minimal risk of limping
This approach helps preserve the muscles from cutting for functioning like before. It helps in faster recovery with less pain, which allows the patient to go back home the same day or the next day, depending on the condition. Also, hip dislocation risk is lowered.
When both approaches are combined, complications are reduced.
Post-surgery healing
Usually, after surgery, quicker healing is expected, but the time of healing depends on the overall health of the individual. The surgeon monitors the health condition and, after that, decides whether to discharge the same day or after a day or two. After planning the discharge, the doctor will schedule your follow-up appointment. The patients have a recovery period of approximately 4 months. During those months, patients are advised to perform physical therapy, which can help them recover early.
Conclusion Kalyan Hospital serves as the best endoscopic spine and ortho centre in Ludhiana. We try to provide minimal invasive surgery in the whole region of Punjab. We provide comprehensive care with experienced surgeons. Our expert surgical techniques result in less pain and less scarring. We provide treatment tailored to the patient’s needs.
