At the Surgical centre, the surgeon accesses and replaces the worn-out joint by performing a minimally invasive anterior approach, which leaves the muscles around the joint intact. The 8 cm (3 in.) long incision is made on the front of the hip. The surgeon approaches the joint by moving the muscles apart and puts the components of the new hip (the ball and the socket) into place. To consolidate the prosthesis, different components are used depending on the patient’s age. Muscles, which remain intact only when using the minimally invasive anterior approach, enable the patient to put full weight on the operated hip, experience minimal pain and recover in a short time. There is very little post-operative bleeding. Blood transfusion is normally not needed.

Immediately after the surgery, the patient should start doing rehabilitation exercises. You can put full weight on the operated hip right after the surgery: crutches are used only as a safety measure. On the fourth post-operative day, you can start walking up and down stairs. On the fifth day, you can check out from hospital and will be given a ride home by an ambulance.