Common · Joint Replacement
Hip Osteoarthritis
Progressive wear of hip joint cartilage causing groin pain, stiffness and limping. A common cause of disability that responds excellently to modern hip replacement surgery.
ABOUT THIS CONDITION
What is Hip Osteoarthritis?
Hip Osteoarthritis develops when the smooth cartilage covering the hip ball and socket gradually wears down. This causes groin pain, stiffness, limping and difficulty in walking, sitting cross-legged or putting on socks and shoes comfortably. Dr. Bathini Hithesh performs precise total hip replacement using advanced implants, restoring pain-free movement and active living for thousands of patients.
SIGNS TO WATCH
Common Symptoms
Symptoms that need attention
WHY IT HAPPENS
Causes & Risk Factors
- Aging and natural joint wear
- Avascular necrosis of femoral head
- Previous hip fractures or trauma
- Rheumatoid or inflammatory arthritis
- Childhood hip developmental disorders
- Long-term steroid or alcohol use
CLINICAL DETAILS
KeyFacts
Osteoarthritis, AVN, rheumatoid arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis are common indications
Total Hip Replacement takes 60–90 minutes per hip
Walking with support typically begins within 24 hours
Most insurers offer full cashless approval coverage
Modern hip implants last 20–25 years comfortably
Typically 3–5 days for hip replacement surgery
HOW WE TREAT IT
Treatment Approach
Total Hip Replacement
Dr. Hithesh performs total hip replacement using modern cementless and ceramic implants, restoring pain-free walking, sitting and active living for patients with advanced hip arthritis or avascular necrosis.
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Comprehensive Evaluation
Dr. Hithesh assesses hip range, leg length and X-rays to confirm arthritis severity and choose the right implant approach.
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Surgical Planning
Implant size, type and surgical approach are pre-mapped to ensure proper alignment, balanced limb length and lasting stability.
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Hip Replacement
Worn ball and socket are replaced with smooth metal, ceramic or polyethylene components for pain-free, durable hip joint function.
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Structured Rehabilitation
Guided walking, hip-strengthening exercises and follow-up reviews ensure faster recovery and full return to routine within weeks.
AVAILABLE TREATMENTS
Treatment Options
Total Hip Replacement (THR)
Replaces the worn hip ball and socket with a prosthesis, relieving severe arthritis pain and restoring full mobility.
Partial Hip Replacement (Hemiarthroplasty)
Replaces only the femoral head while preserving the natural socket, ideal for elderly neck-of-femur fracture patients.
Revision Hip Replacement
Specialised re-do surgery removing worn, loose or infected hip implants and replacing them with new long-lasting components.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
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