Total Hip Replacement

Hoag Orthopedic Institute Specializes in Total Hip Replacement Surgeries

As the West Coast leader in hip replacement surgeries, Hoag Orthopedic Institute is proud to use the most advanced operating room equipment and resources to ensure the highest quality hip replacement surgeries at our facilities. We offer the latest technology, including robotic-assisted surgery and the latest techniques, including anterior hip replacement.

Understanding Hip Replacement

The hip joint is one of the body’s largest weight-bearing joints. It is a ball-and-socket joint. This helps the hip remain stable even during twisting and extreme ranges of motion. A healthy hip joint allows you to walk, squat, and turn without pain. But when a hip joint is damaged, it is likely to hurt when you move. When a natural hip must be replaced, a prosthesis is used.

Common Causes of Hip Pain and Loss of Hip Mobility

The most common cause of chronic hip pain and disability is arthritis. Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and traumatic arthritis are the most common forms of this disease

Osteoarthritis usually occurs after age 50 and often in an individual with a family history of arthritis. In this form of the disease, the articular cartilage cushioning the bone of the hip wears away. The bones then rub against each other, causing hip pain and stiffness.
Rheumatoid Arthritis is a disease in which the synovial membrane becomes inflamed, produces too much synovial fluid and damages the articular cartilage, leading to pain and stiffness.
Traumatic Arthritis can follow a serious hip injury or fracture. A hip fracture can cause a condition known as avascular necrosis. The articular cartilage becomes damaged over time and causes hip pain and stiffness.

Preparing for Your Total Hip Replacement Surgery

Total hip replacement surgery (hip arthroplasty) may be an option for you if your hip has been damaged by arthritis, a fracture, or a deformity and non-operative procedures have been unsuccessful. If you have been experiencing hip pain and stiffness, or you have difficulty walking, putting on shoes and socks, or getting in and out of a chair, you may be a candidate for total hip replacement. This is a surgical procedure in which the ball and socket hip joint is replaced by a prosthetic implant. By replacing your diseased hip joint with an artificial joint, this surgery can relieve your pain, increase motion, and help you get back to enjoying normal, everyday activities.

If you and your doctor decide upon total hip replacement, your surgery will take place in one of Hoag Orthopedic Institute's state-of-the-art operating rooms. The surgeons aligned with Hoag Orthopedic Institute are considered experts in mini-incision hip replacement, also known as minimally invasive surgery. This means that your procedure will only involve a small incision, designed to minimize muscle damage and blood loss. Overall, this is intended to lead to shorter hospital stays and shorter rehabilitation, as well as less visible scarring.

It is highly recommended that you attend Hoag Orthopedic Institute’s joint replacement pre-op orientation class three to four weeks in advance of your surgery date. The orientation is held throughout the month for your convenience and further informs patients on the latest advances in total hip replacement surgery as well as provides additional details on patient education and rehabilitation. A list of class dates will be provided by your surgeon's office or check our pre-op classes online. During this important orientation session, you will have the opportunity to meet members of our Hoag Orthopedic Institute team, including the nursing and rehabilitation staff, review your preadmission preparations, hospital stay and plans for your return home.

From the time your surgery is scheduled, a specific liaison nurse will answer your questions and help you navigate through your tests, your surgery, your physical therapy, and your recovery at home. This type of personal care is a part of Hoag Orthopedic Institute’s commitment to a greater standard of service. It is one of the reasons more total hip replacements are performed at Hoag Orthopedic Institute than most other hospitals in California.

What to Expect After Total Hip Replacement Surgery

The speed of your recovery will depend on many factors, such as pre-operation fitness, age, weight, and the discipline your show in following your exercise routines. Hoag Orthopedic Institute’s orthopedic dedicated physical therapists will help you begin your recovery by taking you through specific exercises to strengthen your hip and restore movement. Walking and light activity are important to your recovery and will begin the day of or the day after your surgery.

Arrange for Home Care Post-Operatively

Before going into the hospital, consider the support system you will have when you return home. You will need some assistance for the first few weeks with cooking, bathing, housekeeping, shopping, errands, etc. Do you have a caregiver, spouse, companion, friends or family member who will be able to help? If an adequate support system at home is not available, it may be appropriate to go to a skilled nursing facility. We recommend you check with your insurance and tour facilities ahead of time if there is no support that will be available.

Find an Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Total Hip Replacements. Call Hoag Orthopedic Institute today at (949) 890-0464.

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Why Choose Us?

Hoag Orthopedic Institute performs more hip replacement surgeries than any hospital on the West Coast. Our nationally recognized program delivers exceptional outcomes, low complication rates, and high patient satisfaction.

Our fellowship-trained surgeons use the latest in robotic-assisted platforms. Many of our patients are able to return home the same day as surgery and get back to the activities they enjoy faster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hoag Orthopedic Institute is nationally recognized for its expertise in joint replacement surgery and consistently ranks among the highest-volume programs in the United States. Our high surgical volume means our team brings deep, real-world experience to every procedure, from routine joint replacements to complex revisions.
Our board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeons collaborate with physical therapists, anesthesiologists and care coordinators to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based joint replacement services. We offer advanced surgical techniques, including robotic-assisted procedures when appropriate, to help reduce pain and restore joint function.
As a patient at HOI, you will receive personalized care, proven outcomes and the support of a team committed to helping you move with strength and confidence.
Before joint replacement surgery, your care team will guide you through a thorough preoperative evaluation, including medical clearance, imaging and patient education. You’ll receive detailed instructions on preparing your home, medications to avoid and what to expect during recovery.
Total joint replacement is typically performed as an inpatient or same-day procedure, depending on your health and surgical plan.
Guided physical therapy is critical following joint replacement to rebuild your strength and mobility. Your team will monitor your progress and adjust your care plan as needed, helping you return safely to your favorite activities with greater comfort and confidence.
Total joint replacement may be recommended for patients with advanced joint damage that limits movement or causes daily pain, most often from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or post-traumatic injury.
You may be a candidate if conservative treatments such as physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications or steroid injections fail to provide relief.
Candidates for joint replacement often report pain with walking, climbing stairs or performing routine tasks. A joint replacement surgeon will evaluate your medical history, imaging and lifestyle goals to determine if surgery is the right next step.

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