Total Hip Replacement
Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure used to replace a damaged or worn-out hip joint with an artificial implant. The procedure is typically performed to treat hip pain and stiffness due to osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease. It can also be used to treat other causes of hip pain, such as hip fractures, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. The artificial implant improves stability and restores hip mobility, function, and comfort. Total hip replacement is considered a successful and cost-effective treatment for severe hip pain due to osteoarthritis and other causes, providing a dramatic improvement in quality of life.
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