Hip Replacement

Hip replacement, or arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which the diseased parts of the hip joint are removed and replaced with new, artificial parts. The goals of hip replacement surgery include increasing mobility, improving the function of the hip joint, and relieving pain. Today, more than 193,000 total hip replacements are performed each year in the United States. Most people undergo hip replacement as a result of osteoarthritis of the hip joint. But hip replacement may be beneficial if you experience severe pain, loss of motion or deformity of your hip joint. Hip replacement is also used in people with hip injuries, rheumatoid arthritis and other medical conditions. This information on hip replacement is for your information only and is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your primary health care provider.