What are some advantages for a patient to consider when deciding upon a resurfacing hip?
CLINICAL ADVANTAGES:
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Femoral bone conservation
Less invasive than a stem-type total hip replacement
Leg length discrepancies are reduced compared to a stem-type total hip replacement
Lower risk of dislocation
Multiple sizes for precise anatomical restoration
ADDED BENEFITS TO THE PATIENT:
Elimination of hip pain
Allows an increase in leg strength, patients can once again use the muscles of their lower extremities without pain
Improved quality of life by allowing the patient to continue with their daily tasks and enjoy low-impact aerobic activities