Hip Replacement Surgery

Hip replacements are generally considered one of the most successful surgical procedures in terms of helping restore quality of life, and are commonly performed in Australia and around the world.

Osteoarthritis (wearing out of the cartilage in the hip joint) is the most common indication for hip replacement surgery.  Other indications include following trauma, such as a hip fracture, or when the blood suply to the hip bone (femur) fails.

Hip replacements are performed as an inpatient in hospital, which will usually require a post operative stay of 3-5 days on average.  There are some very specific restrictions that need to be adhered to after the surgery which our staff can discuss with you.

Revision Hip Surgery

With an increase in life expectancy and the number of hip replacement operations performed, the numbers of joint replacements that wear out and need to be fixed surgically are growing.  These operations can be extremely difficult and complicated.  Rest assured that our surgical team has been thoroughly trained to perform these type of procedures.

We would be happy to discuss the reasons for joint replacements wearing out with you.