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Total Hip Replacement in Atlanta, GA
 Total Hip Replacement, also known as total hip arthroplasty, has been performed in the United States since the 1960s. Since its introduction, total hip replacement and total knee replacement have become the most common treatment methods for severe osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, as well as traumatic injuries that cause damage to the hip joint. Total hip replacement provides a relief from debilitating pain and joint stiffness, as well as a restoration of previous joint function to allow a return to everyday life.
Indications & Reasons for Hip Replacement Surgery
There are a number of reasons patients undergo total hip replacement surgery. Older patients are susceptible to traumatic falls that put the hip joint in danger for a number of reasons, including deterioration of balance, prescription to certain medications, and nearsightedness affecting field of vision. Traumatic falls can oftentimes damage the hip to such an extent that it requires surgery to restore functioning.
Osteoarthritis & Hip Replacement
Osteoarthritis, also known as "wear-and-tear arthritis," is a debilitating degenerative condition that affects bones and joints. As patients age, the cartilage that lines and provides cushioning to the bones of the hip joint will wear away. Without cartilage to protect the bones from friction, the head of the femur, or thigh bone, will rub against the socket located in the pelvis, also known as the acetabulum. This causes significant pain when weight is put on the hip. Range of motion is lost, and quality of life begins to suffer once activities become limited by the musculoskeletal condition.
 Total Hip Replacement Surgery
Total hip replacement is a solution for patients who have tried conservative treatment methods, such as physical therapy, medication regimens, or alternative treatment methods such as tai chi or Pilates. If these noninvasive methods of treatment have not sufficiently alleviated the symptoms associated with the damaged hip, total hip replacement may be indicated. Total hip replacement surgery involves removing the affected hip joint and replacing it with a new, prosthetic implant. The result is the restoration of joint function and a return to previous levels of activity.
Orthopedic Excellence in Atlanta, Georgia
Dr. Fowler and the support staff of Capital City Orthopedics and Sports Medicine strive to provide safe and comfortable treatment for patients in the Atlanta, GA, region, including the Sandy Springs and Peachtree areas. For information on how to schedule an appointment for an evaluation, call Capital City Orthopedics & Sports Medicine’s Atlanta, GA, office.
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