Hip Resurfacing Surgery

Hip resurfacing surgery is also called as "Birmingham hip resurfacing system" which is the alternative of total hip replacement surgery. This is the type of arthritis treatment which is performed when the joint of hip becomes rough and they rub together causing, pain, swelling and swiftness. The problem occurs due to arthritis in which extreme deformity takes place either on the head of the femur or the acetabulum. This alternative treatment of hip arthritis removes a minimal amount of existing bone matter from the leg instead of completely replacing the hip joint. This surgical procedure shields worn surfaces of hip joint with smooth, durable high carbide cobalt chrome. Through the procedure, only the surface of the femoral head (ball) is removed to implant the femoral head-resurfacing component. The younger patients are the best candidate for this treatment. While patient suffers with extreme deformities and pain causing the hip arthritis, treatment gives you excellent solutions and benefits such as- it allows the patient to squat and sit on the floor comfortably, allows a normal range of movement and sporting activities after operation, natural feel after surgery.

Treatment is performed by using a general anesthesia. The resurfacing surgery is performed by making an incision similar to a standard hip replacement. The arthritic joint is uncovered, and the remaining cartilage is removed without affecting the wide area of bone. Through the procedure, the head of the femur bone is smoothed out and a durable resurfacing material such as high carbide cobalt chrome is used to the injured area. To allow a perfect fit & strengthened the joint between newly femur head and the hip joint, the hip socket is also reshaped. As the joint reconnects, the bone material around the area begins to grow and fuses together in a natural way. To ensure that the new head component will remain solid and in place, bone cement is also applied.

Patient usually returns to home from the hospital after 4 to 6 days. Some pain control techniques are used during post operative period. After a few months some physiotherapy techniques are advised to patient depending on the condition of joint and muscles after the operation. It helps the new bone growth and strengthens the muscles around the hip, but it must be done leisurely. Recovery period may take some time however most people can expect a full return to strength within 6 months. Some exercises such as swimming, and walking are the best activities to recover the hip joint, but high force sports and exhausting activities are restricted for initial few months. It is advised that avoid running, jumping, and lifting for the first 12 months after surgery. Ultimately you get more durable high carbide solution of your hip arthritis.