FAQ's

Hip Replacement
We shall make you walk with support about 2-3days after your surgery. Moreover, you will start to bend your new joint and do the movements during the same time. We shall take care of your pain by different medications and you will be able to do it with the help of our expert team of physiotherapists and occupational therapists. Initially, depending on the type of Hip Replacement, quality of underlying bone and type of implants used, we may need to keep you either partial or non-weight bearing for 4 to 6 weeks before allowing full weight bearing mobilisation. Most patients will either need a walker or crutches in the first few weeks post-surgery.

There is less than 1% chance of infection in the world’s best centers. We match the international standards by having strict operation theatre protocol, antibiotics, infection control team and discipline in the ward itself. Other complications are minor and it is possible to avoid if you strictly follow the advice of your doctor and therapists.
There is a risk of Hip instability or dislocation, more so in revision hip surgery-1 to 2%, hence absolutely mandatory that certain Hip Protocols need to be followed in the early post-operative period for better outcomes.

We give an average life span of about 10-15 years. But the longest surviving artificial joint is 40 years in the world. It also depends on how you take care of your new joint.

The surgery will lead to better quality of life and you can do your day-to-day activities normally. Post Hip Replacement surgery, certain permanent restrictions need to be adhered to—No ground level sitting, No sitting cross legged and to avoid squatting(i.e. not to use Indian style Toilet)