Total hip replacement, also called total hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which a damaged or worn hip joint is replaced with an artificial implant consisting of a prosthetic socket and a ball-and-stem component. It is most often performed to relieve pain and restore mobility in advanced osteoarthritis, a…
Total hip replacement, also called total hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which a damaged or worn hip joint is replaced with an artificial implant consisting of a prosthetic socket and a ball-and-stem component. It is most often performed to relieve pain and restore mobility in advanced osteoarthritis, and it is also used for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, hip fractures, and other causes of severe joint damage. By replacing the worn joint surfaces, the procedure aims to reduce pain, improve function, and enhance quality of life, while ongoing care addresses outcomes such as implant durability and the prevention of complications. Research published by OpenAccessPub journals addresses aspects of hip arthroplasty and the conditions that lead to it. A narrative review examines whether vitamin D may help mitigate infections following osteoarthritic hip joint arthroplasty in older adults, and further work considers the impact of the COVID-19 period on hip osteoarthritis and related disability, with implications for surgical and rehabilitative practice. Together these peer-reviewed, open-access papers gather evidence relevant to hip joint replacement, the disease processes that necessitate it, and the factors influencing recovery and outcomes.
3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.