Hip Replacement at Cleveland Clinic

Hip Replacement at Cleveland Clinic provides specialized surgical evaluation and treatment for patients with severe hip joint damage, advanced arthritis, cartilage loss, persistent pain and reduced mobility. Orthopedic specialists evaluate the condition of the hip and develop an individualized treatment plan that may include total or partial hip replacement, rehabilitation and postoperative recovery care.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost of hip replacement depends on the severity of hip damage, type of replacement procedure, diagnostic imaging, implant selection, surgical complexity, anesthesia, hospitalization, rehabilitation and follow-up care required. A personalized estimate is provided after evaluation.

Complete Description

What Is Hip Replacement?

Hip Replacement is a surgical procedure in which damaged portions of the hip joint are removed and replaced with artificial components designed to reduce pain and restore mobility and joint function.

Hip replacement may be considered when severe hip damage significantly affects daily activities and conservative treatment is no longer sufficient.

Who May Need Hip Replacement?

Hip replacement may be considered for patients with:

• Severe hip arthritis

• Advanced joint degeneration

• Significant cartilage loss

• Persistent hip pain

• Severe stiffness

• Reduced mobility

• Hip deformity

• Certain hip fractures

• Previous hip injury

• Hip damage that does not respond to non-surgical treatment

Hip Replacement Consultation

An orthopedic consultation may include:

• Detailed medical history

• Pain assessment

• Physical examination

• Hip movement evaluation

• Muscle-strength assessment

• Walking assessment

• Review of previous treatment

• Review of diagnostic imaging

Hip Replacement Evaluation

Specialists may evaluate:

• Hip pain

• Range of motion

• Joint stiffness

• Walking ability

• Muscle strength

• Joint stability

• Daily activity limitations

• Overall health

The evaluation helps determine whether hip replacement may be appropriate.

Causes of Hip Joint Damage

Hip damage may result from:

• Osteoarthritis

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Traumatic injury

• Hip fractures

• Developmental hip conditions

• Bone damage

• Other degenerative joint conditions

Hip Arthritis Treatment

Patients with severe hip arthritis may initially receive non-surgical treatment such as:

• Physical therapy

• Activity modification

• Medication

• Weight-management strategies when appropriate

• Injections when clinically appropriate

Hip replacement may be considered when symptoms remain severe despite appropriate treatment.

Total Hip Replacement

Total hip replacement involves replacing the damaged ball and socket portions of the hip joint.

The procedure is designed to:

• Reduce pain

• Improve mobility

• Restore joint function

• Support daily activities

Partial Hip Replacement

Partial hip replacement generally involves replacing only part of the hip joint.

It may be considered for selected conditions, including certain hip fractures, depending on the patient's age, health and joint condition.

Hip Replacement Surgery

Before surgery, patients may undergo:

• Physical examination

• X-rays

• Additional imaging when appropriate

• Medical evaluation

• Laboratory testing

• Anesthesia assessment

The surgical approach is selected according to the patient's condition.

Hip Replacement Implants

Artificial hip components are designed to restore joint movement.

Implant selection may consider:

• Patient anatomy

• Bone quality

• Age

• Activity level

• Surgical requirements

Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement

Selected patients may be candidates for surgical approaches designed to minimize disruption to surrounding tissues.

Potential benefits may include:

• Smaller incisions

• Reduced tissue disruption

• Less postoperative discomfort

• Faster recovery in selected patients

The appropriate approach depends on the individual patient.

Hip Replacement Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation is an important part of recovery after surgery.

A rehabilitation program may include:

• Range-of-motion exercises

• Strengthening exercises

• Walking training

• Balance exercises

• Flexibility exercises

• Functional movement training

Physical Therapy After Hip Replacement

Physical therapy may help patients:

• Improve hip strength

• Restore mobility

• Improve walking

• Increase flexibility

• Regain independence in daily activities

The program is adjusted according to recovery progress.

Pain Management After Hip Replacement

Postoperative care may include appropriate pain-management strategies.

Treatment may be adjusted according to:

• Pain severity

• Surgical procedure

• Recovery progress

• Individual medical needs

Hip Replacement Recovery

Recovery varies between patients and depends on:

• Surgical technique

• Overall health

• Age

• Muscle strength

• Rehabilitation progress

• Preoperative mobility

Patients typically follow a progressive return-to-activity plan.

Return to Daily Activities

Recovery goals may include returning to:

• Walking

• Household activities

• Work

• Driving when medically appropriate

• Low-impact exercise

• Normal daily activities

The timing varies according to the individual's recovery.

Hip Replacement Complications

As with any major surgery, hip replacement may involve potential complications.

These may include:

• Infection

• Blood clots

• Dislocation

• Implant loosening

• Fracture

• Nerve or blood vessel injury

• Persistent pain

• Leg-length differences

Patients are monitored before and after surgery to help manage potential risks.

Revision Hip Replacement

Some patients may require revision surgery if a previous hip replacement develops complications.

Revision surgery may address:

• Implant loosening

• Implant wear

• Dislocation

• Infection

• Fracture around the implant

• Other implant-related problems

Hip Replacement for Older Adults

Older adults with severe hip disease or certain hip fractures may be evaluated for hip replacement.

Assessment may consider:

• Overall health

• Mobility

• Bone quality

• Medical conditions

• Functional needs

• Surgical risk

Hip Replacement for Active Patients

Active individuals may consider hip replacement when severe hip damage limits mobility and physical activity.

Treatment planning may consider:

• Activity goals

• Joint condition

• Age

• Bone quality

• Overall health

• Rehabilitation expectations

Hip Replacement Second Opinion

Patients who have been advised to undergo hip replacement may seek a hip replacement second opinion.

Specialists may review:

• X-rays

• MRI scans when available

• Medical records

• Previous treatments

• Symptoms

• Surgical recommendations

International Patients

International patients should provide relevant medical records whenever possible.

Useful documents may include:

• Hip X-rays

• MRI scans

• CT scans

• Orthopedic reports

• Previous surgical reports

• Physical therapy records

• Laboratory results

• Current medication list

Benefits of Specialized Hip Replacement Care

Specialized hip replacement care may help:

• Reduce severe hip pain

• Improve mobility

• Restore hip function

• Treat advanced joint degeneration

• Evaluate surgical options

• Provide individualized rehabilitation

• Support return to daily activities

• Address implant-related complications

• Provide hip replacement second opinions

Why Choose Cleveland Clinic for Hip Replacement?

Cleveland Clinic provides multidisciplinary orthopedic care involving orthopedic surgeons, rehabilitation specialists, physical therapists, radiologists and other healthcare professionals.

Patients can receive comprehensive evaluation, surgical planning and postoperative rehabilitation according to their individual hip condition.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

The total cost depends on the patient's hip condition, surgical procedure and required services.

Potential costs may include:

• Orthopedic consultation

• Diagnostic imaging

• Preoperative testing

• Hip replacement surgery

• Hip implant

• Anesthesia

• Hospitalization

• Medications

• Physical therapy

• Rehabilitation

• Follow-up imaging

• Follow-up consultations

A personalized cost estimate should be requested according to the patient's individual treatment plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When is hip replacement recommended?

Hip replacement may be considered when severe hip pain and joint damage significantly affect mobility and daily activities despite appropriate non-surgical treatment.

2. What is total hip replacement?

Total hip replacement replaces the damaged ball and socket components of the hip joint with artificial components.

3. How long does recovery after hip replacement take?

Recovery varies depending on the surgical procedure, overall health, mobility and rehabilitation progress.

4. Is physical therapy required after hip replacement?

Rehabilitation and physical therapy are commonly recommended to help restore strength, mobility and functional movement after surgery.

5. How much does hip replacement cost?

Price is available on request. The final cost depends on the surgical procedure, implant, anesthesia, hospitalization, rehabilitation and follow-up care.

Product Details

Product Name: Hip Replacement at Cleveland Clinic

Hospital: Cleveland Clinic

Brand: Cleveland Clinic

Country: United States

Specialty: Orthopaedics & Rheumatology

Service Type: Hip Replacement

Dashboard Price: 0

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Available

Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA