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Hip Replacement

In a total hip replacement, damaged hips are replaced with artificial hip parts called prosthesis, a device that substitutes or supplements a joint. Questions and answers are invited about the surgery and the technology involved in this procedure.

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If patient undergoes MRI and has titanium hip if wallet is placed in pocket of the replaced hip after MRI can credit cards be erased?

Whether they have a new hip or not, you are putting a magnetic strip into an incredibly strong magnetic field. The MRI should be enough to wipe or corrupt the data in the strip.

Can stainless hip replacement joints cause a rash which itches all the time?

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It's highly unlikely. I take it this surgery is recent so look at the medications you are taking. When getting your prescriptions filled ALWAYS ASK for a print out of those meds so you will know what you are taking and what side effects you may get. Many medications can cause rashes.

You also may be getting a rash from laying on one side of your body for comfort and it could be the soap you are using to wash your sheets. Try baby soap or ivory for now and some softener to keep the sheets softeners.

If you are on medications and want to know what side effects one or more these medications can cause please go onto: www.google.com

Type in the name of your drug and all the information is there for you.

some people that are the recipients of hip replacements suffer from RA and use the Drug Methatrexate. If this is the case the rash and itching may be the result of a reaction to the drug. I have experienced some trouble with it my self. The skin tends to be more sensitive and you should take definite care with detergents being well rinsed from clothes, areas where clothing fits tightly like the belt line and any elastic can also lead to problems. there are some cremes to relieve it but nothing gets rid of it so far as I have been able to work out. Discuss it with your doctor.

Post surgical scar tissue in the elbow?

Post surgical scar tissue in general is called adhesions. This is the scar formation below the surface of the skin. As with elbow surgery or carpal tunnel surgery the tissue heals back in kind of a spider web formation. Sometimes this formation attaches to surrounding structures like nerves, which can cause problems and symptoms down the road.

When you have an epidural for a hip replacement do you go to sleep?

The epidural numbs the body from the waist down but doesn't cause you to go to sleep. However in some procedures, they also give you a sedating medication which wipes out all memory of the procedure and events in the OR.

After bilateral hip replacement is kneeling possible or not recommended?

It should be fine, though I would avoid trying to lift weights from this position.

Which equipment would assist the patient with the activities of daily living with a total hip replacement?

. A patient with a total hip replacement requires special equipment. Which piece of equipment would assist the patient

with the activities of daily living?

Is it normal that a femur bone cracks when doing total hip replacement surgery?

I had a total hip replacemnt and my femur was cracked during the operation. What are the odds at this happening?

Can you get a scan with double hip replacement?

There are many different types of scan that you can have: MRI, CAT, etc,

Certainly it is possible to have a CAT scan, and many hip joints are fine in an MRI scanner (though you may wish to check which one you have).

Is 90 too old for hip replacement?

Age is only one factor and for a fit and healthy 90 year old the operation should be fine. The Queen of England's mother had one done at 97

What is the average stay at a hospital after having a revision total hip replacement?

I had total replacement on July 13, 2009 and returned home on July 16th. I am only 49 but needed replacement due to MVA 10 months prior. Best procedure yet as far as before and after difference. I would highly recommend this procedure.

Can an morbid obeist man get a hip replacement?

If the Surgeon is willing to operate, then yes, however, the surgery is more difficult, recovery longer, and outcomes poorer on average for these patients.

Is there anything you can do for worn out hip besides hip replacement?

It really depends on the relativity of the 'wearing'. If fully worn out, there are not a lot of options. If there is moderate wearing ( and pain), then there are some options available. Firstly lose weight if you have a BMI over 30, it will increase pain and the wearing.

There are some injections that may be able to help, but the clinical results from these are mixed.

Has anyone experienced a grinding sensation after hip replacement op?

Yes, in a BIG way! I feel it's so loud I must be disturbing the peace. My replacement is just over a year old. I first tried a Birmingham Resurfacing but my femur neck fractured only 3 weeks after surgery. Now I have the full replacement with the grinding.

What procedure is involved in hip replacement surgery?

A total hip replacement surgery involves 3 kinds of the prosthesis. The first is a cup that is used to replace the hips socket. The next is a ball that replaces the head of the thigh bone and finally, there is a stem that is attached to the thigh bone. These 3 together are responsible for the movement of the hip. In some cases, not every part will be damaged.

Joint replacement is an option for those who have suffered injury or conditions such as osteoarthritis. When the pain in the joints limits a person’s daily activities and does not seem to be responding to conservative treatment, joint replacement surgery is recommended. Several factors increase the risk of weakening your joints such as hereditary, trauma, obesity, repetitive injuries, etc.

Ranka Hospital, Pune provides facilities for hip replacement.

What should you do if you have a DePuy hip replacement?

Contact your physician for an examination of your implant system. Describe any potential symptoms you my be experiencing such as swelling and/or discomfort.

What is the success rate of total hip arthroplasty with Padget's disease?

Total hip arthroplasty in patients with Paget's disease generally has a favorable success rate, often reported between 80% to 90% for pain relief and functional improvement. However, outcomes can be influenced by factors such as the severity of the disease, bone quality, and the presence of complications like osteolysis or infection. Proper preoperative assessment and surgical technique are crucial for optimizing results in these patients.

What can you do about periodic hip subluxation after a total hip replacement?

Avoid actions that may cause it, typically bedning over (including standing from a low seated position), crossing your legs. You can also try and strengthen your posterior muscles (in your bottom) with gentle exercises.

Why pure iron would not be suitable for a hip replacement joint?

Because iron is an element meaning that it only contains iron atoms, pure iron is easily oxidized meaning that oxygen readily reacts with the surface of the iron which causes it to rust. Therefore, since the iron joint replacement is surrounded by wet tissues would it would rust and flake off which could cause serious problems.

Hope this helped :)

In hip replacement is the femur involved no longer producing morrow?

Typically it will reduce the amount of marrow produced, as you then have a block of metal halfway down.

Can you have hip surgery if pregnant?

Your medical practitioner and gynecologist are the people to advise you on this.

What are the consecquences of refusing surgery for advanced bilateral avascular necrosis of hip?

Depending on how advanced this is, you may lose the head of the femur, this will mean you will not be able to move much at all, and may cause a great deal of pain.

I would listen to your Dr's advice!