Hip Resurfacing

Hip resurfacing may be performed under a general or spinal anesthesia. During the procedure the surgeon removes the femoral head from the hip socket. The femoral head is fitted with a spherical metal shell and the hip socket is lined with a concave metal shell, then the hip is placed back in its normal position. Physical therapy and rehabilitation start after surgery and continue throughout the hospitalization stay.

You will receive an extensive pre-operative evaluation to determine if you are a good candidate for hip resurfacing. Hip resurfacing is generally suited to younger patients (less than 65 in men and 60 in women) who wish to maintain an active lifestyle. Some patients may be better off with other treatments including patients with severe hip deformity, small women with osteoporotic or cystic bone, women who intend to become pregnant or patients with reduced renal function. The surgeon will make the final determination of each patient’s eligibility for the procedure after an examination and consultation with the patient. Commitment to a rehabilitation program is important, since improvement is largely based on the patient’s effort.

Bumrungrad is a recognized center of excellence for orthopaedic surgery. The surgeon performing hip resurfacing at Bumrungrad is the Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery, has been trained at the prestigious Birmingham Institute in the UK and is also an expert in joint replacement surgery. Bumrungrad enjoys a 97% success rate and uses only state-of-the-art prosthetics from leading suppliers (BHR and ASR). Bumrungrad attracts patients from the USA, Canada, UK and Europe for hip replacement surgery.