Hip Replacement
A hip replacement is an operation which replaces the severely damaged hip bone with an artificial ball and socket that does the function of the natural joint. It is designed to reduce the pain and help you return to your activities.
Knee Replacement
A knee replacement is an operation which replaces the severely damaged knee joint cartilage and bone with an artificial joint that does the function of the natural joint. It is designed to reduce the pain and help you return to your activities.
Hip Revision
A revision hip replacement is performed to treat a failed hip replacement. The preparation and recovery usually is similar to undergoing a primary knee replacement. There may be some exceptions to the instructions listed for a standard hip replacement as below. The surgeon will explain to you at the time of listing.
Knee Revision
A revision knee replacement is performed to treat a failed knee replacement. The preparation and recovery usually is similar to undergoing a primary knee replacement. There may be some exceptions to the instructions listed for a standard knee replacement as below. The surgeon will explain to you at the time of listing.
Knee Arthroscopy
An arthroscopy means “looking into a joint” with a camera. It is also known as the keyhole operation. It allows the surgeon to examine the knee joint and perform some operations without having to open the knee completely.
Having an Anaesthetic
Your anaesthetist will discuss the different types of anaesthesia with you.