Total Hip Replacement
Anterior Hip Replacement
The are a couple of approaches a surgeon can take to replace a hip. The anterior hip approach is poplar because studies show a faster recovery, less pain post operatively and reduced risk of dislocation. The risks of this approach include fracture, dislocation and increased risk of implant mal-positioning. Come in and discuss if the Anterior Hip Approach is what you need with your hip replacement.
Posterior Hip
The posterior hip approach has been the gold standard and work horse of all of the approaches to the hip for hip replacement surgery. In the past the risks of this approach included dislocation, however recent studies show significant reduction in dislocation risks with adequate surgical technique to be equal to or better than anterior hip approach.