Hip replacement (or hip arthroplasty) is a surgery that replaces a damaged hip joint with an artificial one. Your new hip joint will help you bend and move your hip without pain. When hip pain hinders your mobility, the relief you’re seeking may be available with a hip replacement at Riverview Health.
No matter what’s causing your hip to pain, the experts at Riverview Health have what it takes to help you feel better.
Laura Krieg walks steadily across the lawn of the historic Noblesville courthouse. It’s a beautiful day—and until recently—a walk this long would have caused her excruciating pain.
In the U.S., more than 193,000 total hip replacements are performed each year. So how can you ensure a successful recovery from hip replacement surgery?