Hip replacement surgery, conducted in Denver, is a surgery to replace the worn out or damaged hip joint with a metal ball and socket prosthesis. The goal of hip resurfacing or replacement surgery is to remove the parts of the hip that are causing pain and restore motion to the hip joint. Hip resurfacing or replacement surgery, provided by one of the top hip resurfacing surgeons in Denver, may be needed after the hip joint develops arthritis, has a fracture, or if other conservative pain treatments have already failed. Dr. Swann is a expertly trained to take care of any hip replacement surgery through a minimally invasive and muscle sparing technique.ย Watch the videos below to learn more about hip replacement surgery!
Hip Replacement Surgery
Direct Anterior Total Hip (minimally invasive)
Traditional total hip replacements have been made through a side incision or back of the hip incision. Direct anterior approach involves a 3-4 inch incision at the front of the hip that allows the muscles to be moved without having to detach tendons to replace the worn ball and socket. By not removing tendons, the hip can be more stable so post-op hip precautions can be minimized. Dr. Swann has been using the direct anterior hip replacement approach for years and can perform the surgery in under an hour. Many patients discharge from the hospital or hip replacement center in Denver the very same day! A detailed video of the direct anterior procedure and how the approach is done can be found below.
Direct Anterior Versus Advanced Direct Anterior Approach (ABLE)
Hip Resurfacing
Hip resurfacing in Denver can be done as a substitute for a total hip replacement.ย The same incision can be made through the anterior approach to preserve muscles and tendons to replace the worn ball and socket.ย Dr. Swann is able to resurface the femoral head with a metal cap instead of putting a titanium implant into the entire femur, preserving bone stock in the event that later surgeries are needed.ย The hip resurfacing can also provide a larger head for the socket, which will help reduce the risk of dislocation.ย We can chat with you in our visit and see which procedure is right for you.ย Please watch the video below to learn the difference between hip replacement and resurfacing!
Hip Resurfacing Vs. Replacement Video
Intraoperative AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Dr. Swann has been using some new technology in Denver to help use artificial intelligence to get the perfectly balanced hip replacement.ย The AI software helps recreate the patient’s anatomy exactly as it was preoperatively so the patients can recover faster and have great long term outcomes!ย Check out the cool software below and see how technology is advancing in the realm of hip replacement surgery in Denver to get you back to your previous pain-free lifestyle.
Intraoperative AI Video Explanation
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