Hip Treatments – Hip & Knee Surgeon Manchester

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Total Hip Replacement

A hip replacement involves replacing the worn out femoral head and socket of the hip. It involves inserting a prosthesis with a metal or ceramic head attached to it, articulating with a plastic polyethylene or ceramic cup as the socket.

A hip replacement is commonly indicated for patients with groin pain, restriction of movement, walking and inability to perform every day activities. Conditions associated: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Avascular Necrosis, Fracture neck of femur, Hip dysplasia, Perthes

Hip Injection

A hip injection invovles inserting a steroid and local anaesthetic injection into the hip joint to relieve pain. It can also aid in the diagnosis of hip pain especially in patients who have spinal problems.

Trochanteric Bursitis: This is a condition where the bursa overlying the prominent part of the outer hip becomes inflamed. Steroid injections can help relieve the inflammation and pain associated with this.

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Hip Health Glossary

Often called “wear-and-tear” arthritis. It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones wears down over time. In the hip, this leads to bones rubbing against each other, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion.

Inflammation of the bursa – a small, fluid-filled sac – located on the outer point of the hip (the greater trochanter). It typically causes a sharp or aching pain on the outside of the upper thigh, especially when lying on that side or walking.

Also known as osteonecrosis. This condition occurs when the blood supply to the “ball” of the hip joint (femoral head) is interrupted. Without blood, the bone tissue dies and can eventually collapse, often leading to severe arthritis.

A surgical procedure where a painful, damaged hip joint is removed and replaced with an artificial joint (prosthesis). This is usually recommended when conservative treatments like physical therapy or medication no longer provide relief.

A procedure where medication – most commonly a corticosteroid or a lubricant like hyaluronic acid – is injected directly into the hip joint space. It is used to reduce inflammation and provide temporary pain relief.