Hip reconstruction and replacement
Our surgeons have performed more than 6,000 hip replacements, improving the quality of life for patients throughout Greater Boston. We have expertise in many forms of hip surgery, depending on your unique needs.
Advanced Care For Complex Hip Conditions
Hip Arthroscopy: Minimally Invasive Hip Repair
In this minimally invasive procedure, the surgeon inserts a tiny camera through a small incision in the hip, allowing them to view the joint on a video monitor. Using specialized instruments inserted through separate incisions, the surgeon repairs cartilage or bone damage. Hip arthroscopy is performed as an outpatient (same-day) surgery, and recovery time depends on the problems addressed in surgery. This approach typically results in reduced pain, quicker recovery, and minimal scarring compared to traditional open surgery.
Total Hip Replacement (Total Hip Arthroplasty)
Total hip replacement surgery involves replacing an arthritic or severely damaged hip joint with artificial parts, known as prostheses. These prostheses can be made from many different materials, including metal, polyethylene (plastic), ceramic, or a combination of these. Your surgeon will choose the prosthesis that is best for you. The goal of a total hip replacement surgery is to increase mobility and lessen pain.
Revision Hip Replacement (Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty)
Revision hip replacement is performed to replace a hip implant that has worn out or failed. During this procedure, the old implant is removed and replaced with a new one.
Hip Surgery and Recovery
Total hip replacement surgery typically takes between 2-3 hours, depending on the condition of your hip, your size, and the specific procedure we perform. Your surgeon will give you an estimate of how long the surgery will take.
Conditions We Treat with Hip Replacement Surgery
You may benefit from hip replacement if you have any of the following conditions:
- Arthritis, most commonly osteoarthritis, which can cause joint pain and inflammation.
- Hip fractures, resulting from past or current injuries that affect the stability and function of the hip joint
Our surgeons and the Kaplan Joint Center’s internist will closely monitor your recovery after surgery to ensure everything goes smoothly. During your hospital stay, you’ll receive regular physical therapy and occupational therapy. Many of our physical therapists have specialty training and advanced certifications in orthopedics, and they can offer a recovery and treatment plan tailored to your post-operative needs. The therapy program focuses on mobility, range of motion, and strengthening exercises. To help coordinate your transition from the hospital to home or an extended-care facility, we provide comprehensive case management services.
You can continue your recovery process as an outpatient at the Newton-Wellesley Ambulatory Care Center – Newton, which features an aquatic therapy pool.
Most of our patients return to their normal activities within six weeks to six months after surgery. The exact timeline depends on several factors, including your health before surgery, the specific procedure performed, adherence to physical therapy, and other factors.