Symptoms of hip arthritis
Remember that symptoms may occur for reasons other than arthritis.
- Increasing stiffness of the hip
- Increasing pain on weightbearing
The femur and pelvis are linked together at the hip joint. There is a protective layer of cartilage tissue which acts as a buffer or cushion. This can wear down over years and specialists then refer to this as hip osteoarthritis or hip arthritis.
At Schoen Clinic we first take a history from you and then assess the mobility of your hip by examination.
Appropriate investigations using our imaging equipment can be performed. X-rays, CT or MRI may be necessary.
If you have been diagnosed with hip osteoarthritis, we will discuss with you all the available therapeutic options. In many cases, conservative treatments can stop or delay the need for more invasive solutions such as surgery. We believe in giving good professional advice on the condition of your hip, so that we can agree on a treatment plan together.
At Schoen Clinic we believe you should be looked after by world class experts in their field of surgery. Consequently, our hip surgeons work collaboratively as a team ensuring you see the very best person to deal with your problem. We have nationally recognised experts in both the field of keyhole hip surgery (hip arthroscopy) and minimally invasive hip replacement surgery.
Regaining movement and functionality with hip replacement surgery
At Schoen Clinic, our leading hip surgeons are experts in joint replacement surgery and have some of the best results on the UK National Joint Registry. The Schoen Clinic philosophy is to practice evidence-based medicine to ensure you receive the very best care at every stage of your treatment. We also believe in evidencing the outcomes of the treatments we give to ensure every patient receives the very best care. This way we can ensure continuous improvement in the care we give. This core philosophy is fundamental to the Schoen Clinic Group and has led to us being regarded as one of the leaders in the healthcare field in Europe. We are extremely proud of this new approach to healthcare in London.
Hip replacement surgery is one of modern medicine’s most successful interventions. Patients usually regain normal function and, in many cases a new hip will last them the rest of their lives. Your surgeon will discuss the implant best suited to your needs.
Prior to your surgery you will be invited to a thorough multidisciplinary
pre-assessment with a consultant anaesthetist, nurse and a physiotherapist. This is to help prepare you for your surgery, identify any medical needs and plan for your return home after your successful surgery.
Step 1: Hip osteoarthritis: Relieve pain
Where possible, we will conduct hip osteoarthritis treatment without surgery. Pain therapy has always been a top priority for us, so via a combination of painkilling and anti-inflammatory medication we can successfully minimise your pain and reduce the inflammatory parameters in the hip joint.
Step 2: Hip osteoarthritis: Exercises for improved mobility
Our highly experienced physiotherapists also assist you in carrying out effective exercises to support the healing process. This helps tendons and muscles in the hips, which have shortened due to altered or poor posture, stretch out again in a fully targeted way to help increase your range of motion. Regaining strength in the muscles surrounding your hips can assist with mobility and function.
Our pioneering anaesthetists have developed special anaesthetic techniques to match the minimally invasive surgical technique. This allows a rapid return to normal function whilst minimising discomfort and nausea. Our unique Rapid Recovery Programme was created to help you get the best from your surgery. The aim is to get you up on your feet and walking on your new hip within hours of surgery which aids in a quicker recovery and return to normal function.
Schoen Clinic Orthopaedic and Spinal Hospital London is the first and only elective orthopaedic hospital to have resident intensive care consultants looking after patients 24 hours a day on the ward. This enables us to provide the highest possible level of care and safety, thus minimising the risk of complications. Early mobilisation following surgery reduces complications and enables early discharge back to your home.
Following discharge, we would normally see you at two weeks to check on your progress. Providing you are safe to do so, it is common for you to return to driving and your consultant will be able to clarify this with you.
With leaders in innovative and minimally invasive hip surgeries, our team of hip experts will help you regain your quality of life.
We pride ourselves on providing you with the best care for your hip pain. Our world-class team of hip experts and Rapid Recovery Programme will enable you to return to normal in the shortest possible time.
66 Wigmore Street
London W1U 2SB
Tel: +44 20 3929 0801