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Making the Right Decisions About Hip Replacement Surgery

Making the Right Decisions About Hip Replacement Surgery

What to Expect, Surgical Options, Rehab and Recovery

Written by specialists in joint replacement and rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins
including Frank Frassica, M.D., Simon Mears, M.D. and Albert Mears, P.T.

 

Do you find yourself wincing from hip pain when you climb the stairs or get out of the car? Is your walk turning into a shuffle? And golf? Forget it!

Have you tried pain medications and exercise only to find that the pain keeps coming back?

What’s next? For thousands of sufferers, the only remaining treatment option is hip arthroplasty – more commonly known as hip replacement surgery. Approximately 200,000 hip replacements are performed in the United States each year to alleviate the pain of arthritis, restore mobility, and improve quality of life.

If you’re facing hip replacement, it’s critical to learn everything you can BEFORE your surgery -- so you can make the best-informed decisions possible about your future treatment.

That's why a team of top orthopedic specialists at Johns Hopkins has gathered together to write Making The Right Decisions About Hip Replacement Surgery. This authoritative 64-page special report contains vital information you won’t find anywhere else.

This is information so crucial to your decision-making process that Making The Right Decisions About Hip Replacement Surgery is available instantly as a digital PDF download. You can be sure your guide contains up-to-the minute information to help you in your quest for the best possible outcome.

What Should You Do When Your Pain Becomes Too Much?

Perhaps you’ve had worsening hip pain for some time, but you’ve been putting off making a decision about whether to go ahead with surgery. After all, no one looks forward to surgery, and many people are confused about when it’s the right time to have surgery for an arthritic hip or what to expect afterwards.

Or perhaps your doctor has recommended hip surgery for you, but you’re wondering which type of surgery makes the best sense: traditional hip replacement … minimally-invasive surgery … or hip resurfacing?

You’ve Got Questions … We’ll Answer Them!

  • Why has my hip pain gotten worse – and what steps can I try to treat it now?
  • How long should I wait before replacing a painful hip?
  • Are there new surgical techniques for hip replacement that I should be aware of?
  • What are the advantages of hip resurfacing compared with hip replacement?
  • How much improved mobility can I expect from my hip surgery – and what activities will I be able to perform?
  • Will I be pain free once I’ve fully recovered?
  • Are there any risks associated with a hip replacement?
  • What should I look for in a surgeon?
  • Are there steps I can take to prepare for hip replacement?
  • What will happen on the day of the surgery?
  • How much pain will I feel afterwards – and what’s the best way to manage the pain?
  • How much physical therapy will I need – and what kinds of exercises will I be doing?
  • How soon will I be able to become fully active again?
  • How long will my replaced hip joint last?
  • What is the preferred bearing surface (prosthesis) to use with a total hip replacement?
  • If both my hips are equally arthritic and painful can they be replaced at the same time?
  • Will total hip replacement work for an obese patient?
  • Will excess weight cause the prosthetic hip device to fail?
  • How old is too old for total hip replacement surgery?
  • How can I extend the life of my total hip replacement?

Making The Right Decisions About Hip Replacement Surgery answers these and other important questions. And that’s just the start.

You’ll read in-depth discussions on the physiology of the hip … how osteoarthritis affects the joints … a detailed look at hip replacement surgical techniques … arthritis treatment recommendations … why weight loss is essential for managing pain (and strategies for successful weight loss) … and other important information to guide you through the steps and decisions you will face to conquer your hip pain.

Considering minimally invasive hip surgery? Dr. Simon Mears explains the procedure in detail and answers patients’ questions:

  • How did the minimally invasive hip surgery procedure develop?
  • Besides a smaller incision, what are the advantages of minimally invasive hip surgery?
  • If I opt for minimally invasive hip surgery, what should I expect?
  • What’s the major complaint about minimally invasive hip surgery from the scientific community?
  • Are there any potential complications I should be aware of before I make my decision?

Considering hip resurfacing? Dr. Richard Iorio, Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Boston University School of Medicine, discusses the pros, cons, and controversies surrounding hip resurfacing:

  • What happens during hip resurfacing?
  • Who are the best candidates for hip resurfacing?
  • What are some of the common misperceptions about hip resurfacing?
  • What are the risks and advantages of hip resurfacing?
  • How long does it take to recover from hip resurfacing?
  • How long will it last as compared with total hip replacement?

 

Expert Advice From America’s #1 Hospital – Johns Hopkins

 

Making The Right Decisions About Hip Replacement Surgery is designed to give you unprecedented access to the expertise of the hospital ranked #1 of America's Best Hospitals by U.S. New & World Report.

Your report draws on the extensive experience of leading specialists in the fields of arthritis, joint replacement, and weight management—who understand the concerns of patients like you. You’ll meet:

Simon Mears, M.D. is chief of total joint arthroplasty and trauma at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. He has written on knee replacement and minimally invasive and two-incision hip replacement surgery, and regularly lectures on these topics.

Albert Mears, P.T. is the Acute Care Coordinator for Rehabilitation Services at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. He has worked with hip and knee replacement patients for more than 17 years.

Frank Frassica, M.D. is the Robert A. Robinson Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Johns Hopkins and chairman of the department of orthopedic surgery.

John A. Flynn, M.D., M.B.A. is a Professor in the Divisions of General Internal Medicine and Rheumatology in the Department of Medicine at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Lawrence Cheskin, M.D. is founder and Director of the Johns Hopkins Weight Management Center and author of four books, including Losing Weight for Good.

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