Hip Replacement Surgery in Chennai
Total Hip Replacement (THR) at F.O.R. Hospital eliminates debilitating groin and buttock pain caused by Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head or neck of femur fractures. Utilizing uncemented porous-coated titanium stems and ceramic/cross-linked polyethylene articulating bearings, we restore seamless natural hip articulation.
Common Symptoms & Signs
Underlying Causes & Risk Factors
- Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Femoral Head (frequently triggered by steroids or alcohol)
- Fracture Neck of Femur in elderly or young individuals
- Advanced Osteoarthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
When is Surgery Recommended?
- Collapse of the femoral head visible on MRI or CT Scan (Ficat-Arlet Stage 3/4)
- Severe functional limitation and persistent pain refractory to non-operative treatment
Procedure Overview & Surgical Technique
The damaged femoral head and diseased acetabulum are excised and replaced with an uncemented titanium cup and modular ceramic or cobalt-chromium femoral head. The natural biomechanical hip offset is restored under real-time C-ARM fluoroscopy.
Recovery Timeline & Post-Op Rehabilitation
Partial weight bearing commences on Day 1. Most patients return to desk work in 3 to 4 weeks and unassisted walking within 6 weeks.
Lead Surgical Consultant
Dr. P. Elangovan
Dr. P. Elangovan is the Chairman and Chief Orthopaedic Consultant at F.O.R. Ortho & Neuro Hospital. He graduated from Govt. Royapettah Hospital, Chennai—a renowned premier center for Accident & Trauma in 1998, and completed his M.Ch. Ortho in 2015. With more than 1,000 successful joint replacements and complex fracture reconstructions, he utilizes premium European and American implant systems and is a pioneer in staggered bilateral knee replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can young patients with AVN undergo hip replacement?
Yes, modern uncemented ceramic-on-polyethylene bearings provide minimal wear and are ideal for young, active patients diagnosed with AVN.
Are revision hip surgeries performed?
Yes, our senior orthopaedic team undertakes complex revisions for loosened or failed previous hip replacements.
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