HIP REPLACEMENT

Hip replacement is widely regarded as one of the most successful operations of modern medicine. Nearly 53000 hip replacements were performed in Australia in 2022. The damaged hip is replaced with an artificial joint, which improves pain and mobility. Most hip replacements will last a lifetime but occasionally they can wear out or loosen, particularly in young or active patients. This may require revision surgery to replace the old components. Revision surgery may be considerably more complicated than primary surgery so the decision to undergo hip replacement should be carefully considered. Dr da Assunção has subspeciality and fellowship training in primary and revision hip replacement surgery and only uses implants with a proven track record and good published long-term outcomes. Mr da Assunção will discuss the pros and cons of surgery carefully with every patient and treatment decisions will always be tailored to the individual. There are many sources of information currently available on hip replacement but we recommend the sites listed in Resources.