Hip replacement: frequently-asked questions - Online interview See more
A hip replacement is a surgical procedure to remove and replace a damaged hip joint, usually caused by arthritis, with an artificial implant.
Mr Simon Hoskinson, leading trauma and orthopaedic surgeon, explains what are the different steps involved in a hip replacement, when this surgery is indicated and what are the main potential complications after the procedure.
00:00 How exactly is a hip replacement performed?
03:10 When is this surgery recommended?
04:12 Who is the ideal candidate for a hip replacement?
04:48 What can patients expect after surgery? What is recovery time like?
06:16 What are the main potential post-surgical complications?
If you would like to book an appointment with Mr Hoskinson, simply head on over to his Top Doctors profile here today: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/simon-john-hoskinson
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