Diseases & Conditions

  • Bursae are small, jelly-like sacs that are located throughout the body, including around the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and heel. They contain a small amount of fluid, and are positioned between bones and soft tissues, acting as cushions to help reduce friction.

    Bursitis is inflammation of the bursa. There are two major bursae in the hip that typically become irritated and inflamed. One bursa covers the bony point of the hip bone called the greater trochanter. Inflammation of this bursa is called trochanteric bursitis.

    Another bursa — the iliopsoas bursa — is located on the inside (groin side) of the hip. When this bursa becomes inflamed, the condition is also sometimes referred to as hip bursitis, but the pain is located in the groin area. This condition is not as common as trochanteric bursitis but is treated in a similar manner.

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  • Osteoarthritis, sometimes called "wear-and-tear arthritis," is a common condition that many people develop as they age. It can occur in any joint in the body, but most often develops in weightbearing joints, such as the hip.

    Osteoarthritis of the hip causes pain and stiffness. It can make it hard to do everyday activities like bending over to tie a shoe, rising from a chair, or taking a short walk.

    Because osteoarthritis gradually worsens over time, the sooner you start treatment, the more likely it is that you can lessen its impact on your life. Although there is no cure for osteoarthritis, there are many treatment options to help you manage pain and stay active.

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Hip Operations

  • Total hip joint replacement (also known as total hip arthroplasty) is a surgical procedure in which a damaged or diseased hip joint is replaced with an artificial joint (prosthesis). It's commonly performed to relieve arthritis pain or repair severe joint damage.

    Why It’s Done

    A total hip replacement is usually considered for:

    • Osteoarthritis (most common reason)

    • Rheumatoid arthritis

    • Post-traumatic arthritis

    • Avascular necrosis (loss of bone tissue due to lack of blood supply)

    • Hip fractures

    • Severe pain or stiffness that limits daily activities (walking, bending, etc.)

    The Procedure

    1. Anesthesia

    • Either general anesthesia (you’re asleep) or spinal anesthesia (you’re awake but numb from the waist down).

    2. Incision

    • The surgeon makes an incision on the side, back, or front of the hip (approach varies).

    3. Removal of Damaged Bone

    • The femoral head (top of thighbone) is removed.

    • The hip socket (acetabulum) is cleaned and reshaped.

    4. Implantation

    • A metal or ceramic ball is placed on a stem and inserted into the femur.

    • A plastic, metal, or ceramic socket is placed in the acetabulum.

    • Components may be cemented in place or press-fit to allow natural bone growth.

    5. Closure

    • Muscles and soft tissues are stitched, and the incision is closed.

    Surgery time: Usually 1–2 hours.

    Recovery

    Hospital Stay

    • Typically 1–3 days (shorter with minimally invasive techniques).

    • Physical therapy starts the same or next day to encourage mobility.

    Rehabilitation

    • Weeks 1–6:

      • Use of walker or crutches.

      • Gradual return to light activities.

      • Daily physical therapy exercises.

    • Weeks 6–12:

      • Transition to walking without aid.

      • Strengthening and range-of-motion exercises.

    • 3–6 months:

      • Return to most normal activities.

      • Pain typically greatly reduced.

    Full Recovery: 6–12 months

    Risks & Complications

    • Infection

    • Blood clots

    • Dislocation

    • Leg length discrepancy

    • Loosening or wear of the implant over time

    • Nerve injury (rare)