Can A Hip Replacement Fail?

05 Nov Can A Hip Replacement Fail?

Hip replacement surgeries are well known for their effectiveness and for improving patients’ quality of life. However, sometimes a hip replacement can fail. When a hip replacement fails, you may experience pain and limited movement. At Advanced Orthopedics & Joint Preservation, our orthopedist in Brooklyn can perform a revision to address the cause of the failure and its consequences. Continue reading to learn more. 

Can A Hip Replacement Fail?

A total hip replacement is a significant surgery involving replacing a damaged or injured hip joint with a prosthesis. As with other mechanical devices, a hip replacement can fail. If the initial hip replacement fails, revision surgery may be required to correct the problem. Some of the reasons a hip replacement may require a revision include:

• Instability in the hip – During the initial hip replacement, the artificial components were cemented or hammered into the bone so they could attach to the bone eventually. If the bone fails to grow onto these components or the cement loosens, the hip joint may feel painful, unstable, or loose. High-impact activities, obesity, and wear and tear can increase the chances of your hip joint loosening. 
• Infection – This one of the most severe complications that could lead to a revision. Some people experience an infection after the initial surgery, but it can occur several years later. Once bacteria grows around the replacement, it can be challenging to move without surgery. 
• Hip injury – An injury to your hip bone like a fracture can cause the new joint to become damaged. 

If you’ve undergone a total hip replacement and are experiencing uncomfortable symptoms in your hip, it’s crucial to have our orthopedist in Brooklyn evaluate the status of your hip. The type of revision surgery required will largely depend on the reason for the failure of the first hip replacement. Our team has extensive experience in this procedure, which can be more complex than the initial surgery. 

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At Advanced Orthopedics & Joint Preservation, our orthopedist in Brooklyn can perform hip revision surgery to address a failed total hip replacement. It can be daunting to undergo another surgery, but it could mean the difference between putting up with debilitating pain or leading a normal life. To learn more about revision surgery, be sure to contact our team today!