Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
The minimally invasive hip replacement procedures available at Inova offer multiple benefits. Not only is the procedure as effective as traditional hip surgery, but patients often experience less discomfort and a shorter recovery time.
Traditional hip replacement surgery requires a 10- to 12-inch incision. Minimally invasive hip replacement requires only a 3- to 6-inch incision.
Traditional hip replacement surgery requires a lengthy recovery and limitations on weight bearing. With minimally invasive surgery, patients often put full weight on their leg within 24 hours.
Your surgeon will discuss with you the appropriateness of minimally invasive surgery for your hip replacement.
Hip replacement videos
Meet Dr. John Albrigo, orthopedic surgeon, total hip and knee replacement specialist
Dr. Nitin Goyal gives an introduction to joint replacement, with emphasis on Inova's hip and knee replacement programs