Groin pain and stiffness from wear of the hip joint, and what to do before replacement.
What you may notice
Adults from their fifties onwards, earlier after injury or in hip dysplasia
Osteoarthritis of the hip wears the cartilage of the ball-and-socket joint. It progresses slowly and unevenly, with better and worse periods, which is why the decision to replace is based on how much it is limiting your life rather than on the appearance of the X-ray. Weight, strength and activity all influence symptoms substantially before surgery becomes necessary.
Procedures
What each procedure involves, what recovery actually looks like, and how long before you are back.
A full examination with a consultant, imaging reviewed on the day, and a written plan.
Radiographs, MRI, ultrasound and gait analysis, reported and explained.
Ultrasound-guided injections for diagnosis and for symptom relief.
Keyhole surgery for the knee, shoulder, hip and ankle, as a day case.
ACL and other ligament reconstruction, with rehabilitation planned from the start.
Total or partial replacement for arthritis that has stopped responding to everything else.
Replacing the worn ball and socket — among the most reliable operations in surgery.
Carpal tunnel, trigger finger, bunion correction and tendon procedures.
Supervised, criteria-based recovery after injury or surgery.
Appointments
Consultations are with a consultant orthopaedic surgeon. Bring any imaging you have already had — it often saves repeating it.