Can hip replacement be done on both hips at the same time?

Some patients have degenerative problems in both hips and, with their surgeon's guidance, may consider having both hips replaced at the same time. This is called bilateral total hip replacement. It may also be referred to as simultaneous total hip replacement.

Can you replace both hips at once?

Double hip replacements can be either simultaneous or staged. During a simultaneous procedure, both joints are replaced. A staged procedure is when one joint is replaced at a time. In this case, there are typically months between surgeries.

How long does it take to recover from double hip replacement?

You'll likely be able to return to most of your daily activities, including driving, in about 6 weeks. Full recovery may take 1 year or more. It's important to talk to your doctor about how to prepare for this surgery and what the recovery period involves.

How often are both hips replaced?

Your new hip is designed to serve you well for a long time, but it won't last forever. If you're young and active, you may need the same hip replaced again down the road. 95% of hip replacements last at least 10 years, about 75% last 15 to 20 years, and just over half last 25 years or more.

Which method of hip replacement is the best?

The posterior approach to total hip replacement is the most commonly used method and allows the surgeon excellent visibility of the joint, more precise placement of implants and is minimally invasive.

What happens if you need a hip replacement and don't get one?

Inactivity can lead to loss of muscle strength and increased stiffness of the hip joint. Without a hip replacement, weak hip muscles and joint stiffness could lead to a noticeable limp. Significant muscle loss associated with delayed hip replacement may result in a longer recovery time.

How successful is a second hip replacement?

This surgery is generally very successful and has excellent results in the vast majority of patients. Despite this, unfortunately, over time hip replacements can wear out. Patients who wear out their prosthesis will require revision hip replacement surgery.

How painful is hip replacement surgery?

You can expect to experience some discomfort in the hip region itself, as well as groin pain and thigh pain. This is normal as your body adjusts to changes made to joints in that area. There can also be pain in the thigh and knee that is typically associated with a change in the length of your leg.

Is the second hip replacement worse than the first?

The procedure is more complex and difficult than the initial hip or knee replacement. Yet, studies show that more than 9 out of 10 people who undergo revision surgery have good to excellent results.

Is it common to need both hips replaced?

Despite their benefits, double hip replacements are quite rare. Patients who are experiencing pain and mobility issues in both joints should speak to a hip specialist to discuss your treatment options.

How long do new hips last?

Assuming that estimates from national registries are less likely to be biased, patients and surgeons can expect a hip replacement to last 25 years in around 58% of patients.

What is the average age for hip replacement?

The Arthritis Foundation reports that most people who undergo hip replacement surgery are between ages 50 and 80. Even if you aren't in that age range, a hip replacement can still be a safe and life-changing surgery for people far younger and for people in their 90s.

How do you know when you need a second hip replacement?

How Do You Know If You Need a Hip Replacement?

1. You Have Chronic and Significant Pain. ...
2. Your Hip Disability Makes Completing Routine Tasks Difficult. ...
3. Hip Stiffness Limits Your Normal Range of Motion in the Joint. ...
4. Conservative Treatments Do Not Adequately Relieve Hip Pain.

How long is a hospital stay for a hip replacement?

The typical hospital stay after hip replacement is one night, but some patients stay longer, while others go home on their surgery day.

How long are you on bed rest after a hip replacement?

How do I safely rest and sleep after a hip replacement? Elevate both of your legs when sitting to minimize swelling. When resting or sleeping in bed, lie on your non-operative side for the first four to six weeks following surgery.

Can you go home same day after hip replacement?

Same-day surgeries, also called outpatient surgery, are when a patient safely leaves the hospital to recover at home the same day as the surgery. About one-third to one-half of my patients with a knee or hip replacement surgeries can go home the same day as their procedures.

What are the first signs of needing a hip replacement?

Here are some warning signs that it's the right time for surgery

• Stiffness.
• Arthritic or damaged hip joints.
• Persistent pain in the hip or groin.
• Pain that does not respond to other treatments.
• Hips experiencing inflammation or swelling.

What are alternatives to hip replacement?

Alternatives to Hip Replacement for Hip Pain

• Cell Therapy Injections: Your bone marrow and fat contain progenitor cells can transform into bone or cartilage cells to regenerate injured tissue. ...
• PRP Therapy: Platelets present in your blood play an important role in the healing of injuries.

What does hip pain feel like when you need a hip replacement?

The loss of cartilage leads to pain and inflammation. Pain due to arthritis in the hip is usually felt in the groin or thigh rather than the buttock. It may radiate down your thigh to your knee. Swelling in the joint can also make it harder for you to move your hip.

What are the disadvantages of hip replacement?

Three Cons of Hip Replacement

• Possible Infections. Dr. Sutphen: A minimal number of surgery patients (roughly around 1%) can develop an infection around their hip replacement. ...
• Potential for Change in Leg Length. Dr. ...
• Possible Mechanical Complications.

Can you get osteoarthritis in both hips?

Having arthritis in both hip joints, one for each leg, is very common. It is uncommon for arthritis to affect both hip joints to the same extent. Most of the time one hip joint is worse than the other.

Is a hip replacement a major operation?

A hip replacement is major surgery, so it is usually only recommended if other treatments, such as physiotherapy or steroid injections, have not helped reduce pain or improve mobility.

Which is worse knee or hip replacement?

A hip replacement is a much less painful operation. People are on crutches for a while, and then their hips feel normal. But it takes six months to a year to recover from total knee surgery, and even then, the knee just doesn't feel normal.

Can a hip replacement last 40 years?

While there are no guarantees, there are good data to suggest that hip replacements often last 20 years or longer. 3 Sticking to a proven implant that has a good track record can help to ensure that your replacement will last as long as possible.

What's the youngest person to have a hip replacement?

What is the youngest age that someone can have a hip replacement? The youngest patient that I have performed a hip replacement on was 20 years of age. We obviously try to avoid doing hip replacements on such young patients.