Osteoarthritis is a disease process that affects the joints in the body. The surface of the joint is damaged and the surrounding bone grows thicker. It is also commonly described as degenerative joint disease.
If your hip joint is badly damaged by arthritis, such that your pain and disability are having significant effects on your daily activities, you may need a total hip replacement (THR). Hip Replacement Guide Types of Hip Implants
In young and / or very active patients with arthritis of the hip, a conventional hip replacement may wear out prematurely. An option for these patients is a Hip Resurfacing.
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