Hip Resurfacing Surgery
Hip pain can make everyday activities challenging and affect your quality of life. Hip resurfacing offers a less invasive alternative to a total hip replacement to improve your wellbeing and mobility.
The Precision Clinic provides specialist led hip resurfacing surgeries designed to preserve as much of the natural hip joint as possible, giving patients the chance to maintain a higher level of activity post-surgery.
We are patient-centred and our community bases mean you can expect faster access to treatment closer to home. You can expect the same level of care that you would receive from leading hospital groups with the benefit of being treated by our specialist healthcare professionals offering you a bespoke treatment plan which is tailored to your individual needs.
What is Hip Resurfacing?
Hip resurfacing is a type of hip surgery that treats hip pain while preserving more of your natural hip bone than a total hip replacement. Unlike traditional hip replacement, where the entire hip joint is replaced with an artificial hip, hip resurfacing reshapes and caps the femoral head (the top of the thigh bone) with a metal surface, leaving more of your original hip structure intact. This technique is often recommended for younger or more active patients who want to retain as much of their natural hip joint as possible.
Why Choose Hip Resurfacing at The Precision Clinic?
At The Precision Clinic, our specialist facility is tailored to bring high-quality care directly to the community, with access to cutting-edge procedures like hip resurfacing. Our team of orthopaedic surgeons and healthcare professionals are committed to improving your wellbeing.
We offer a patient-focused holistic approach to care, treating you as a whole person not just a condition. We want to support every aspect of your recovery with excellent treatment outcomes and the added comfort of receiving care close to home.
Benefits of Hip Resurfacing Surgery:
- Bone Preservation: Hip resurfacing maintains more of the hip’s original bone structure, making future hip revision surgeries, if needed, more straightforward.
- Reduced Risk of Hip Dislocation: By preserving the femoral head and reshaping it, this procedure can reduce the risk of dislocation compared to total hip replacements.
- High-Activity Tolerance: The preserved bone structure allows patients to engage in higher-impact activities than typically recommended after a total hip replacement.
How Does Hip Resurfacing Differ from Total Hip Replacement?
While both procedures relieve hip pain, the primary difference lies in how much of the hip joint is replaced. In hip resurfacing, the femoral head is preserved and capped with a metal surface, while in total hip replacement the entire hip joint, including the femoral head and socket, is replaced. Hip resurfacing can be ideal for those with strong, healthy bones who wish to maintain an active lifestyle.
Who is a Good Candidate for Hip Resurfacing?
Hip resurfacing is often recommended for:
- Younger Patients: Active individuals under 60 who want to avoid a total hip replacement.
- Patients with Strong Bones: Those with adequate bone density, as hip resurfacing requires a stable femoral neck to support the resurfaced hip.
- People Seeking to Delay a Hip Replacement: This procedure is beneficial for those who want to preserve as much of their natural hip joint as possible, potentially delaying the need for a hip replacement.
What to Expect During Hip Resurfacing Surgery
Hip resurfacing is typically done under general or spinal anaesthesia. The surgeon will make an incision to access the hip joint, reshape the femoral head, and place a metal cap over it. The hip socket may also receive a metal lining to ensure smooth joint movement. The procedure generally takes a few hours, and most patients can begin light activity within days.
Unlike other providers, on the day of your operation our rehab team will meet with you to discuss any questions you have and to explain what to expect during the procedure and directly afterwards. Our physiotherapists will discuss your goals and work with you to formulate a plan to meet your desired outcomes.
Following surgery our team of physiotherapists will visit you again to start your post operative mobility and range of motion activities. This will help you with post operative stiffness and allow any personalisation to your discharge plan.
Your physiotherapists will collaborate with the nursing and medical team to ensure management of any pain to enable you to mobilise and return home when expected.
Recovery Tips:
- Early Mobilisation: Begin gentle movement as recommended by your surgeon to speed up recovery.
- Physiotherapy: Following a structured physiotherapy plan will help strengthen the muscles around your hip joint.
- Pain Management: Our team will guide you on effective pain relief options for a smoother recovery.
Follow-Up Care:
Regular follow-up visits ensure that your hip is healing well, with adjustments made to your recovery plan as needed.
Recovery from hip resurfacing varies between individuals, factors including fitness levels, prior mobility and other health conditions will affect recovery.
FAQs About Hip Resurfacing at The Precision Clinic
1. What is the typical recovery time for hip resurfacing?
Most patients resume normal activities within 6–12 weeks, though complete healing may take several months.
2. Can hip resurfacing prevent the need for a hip replacement?
Yes, by preserving more of the hip bone, hip resurfacing may delay the need for a total hip replacement, especially for younger, active patients.
3. What are the risks of hip resurfacing?
Potential risks include infection, fractures in the femoral neck, and potential allergic reactions to metal. Our clinic will discuss these with you in detail before your procedure.
4. Will I be able to return to sports or physical activities?
Many patients who undergo hip resurfacing can resume higher-impact activities once fully healed, but it’s essential to follow your surgeon’s advice.
5. Is hip resurfacing more effective than a hip replacement for active individuals?
Hip resurfacing often allows more natural hip movement and greater tolerance for physical activities compared to total hip replacements, making it a preferred choice for many active individuals.
Moving Forward with Hip Resurfacing at The Precision Clinic
With our team of experienced orthopaedic surgeons, hip resurfacing at The Precision Clinic offers a way to relieve hip pain while preserving your hip’s natural structure. Our patient-centred approach ensures that you’re not only treated for your condition but also supported in a way that respects your lifestyle and individual health goals. Start your journey to pain relief and mobility today with our expert-led, community-based care in a facility designed around you.
If you are considering Hip Resurfacing please don’t hesitate to contact us today to schedule a consultation. Our goal is to help you get back to living with improved mobility so you can lead your life to the fullest.