Am I a Candidate for Hip Replacement Surgery?

Arthritis of the hip can cause pain and stiffness, making regular activities such as walking and bending difficult. As arthritis progresses, conservative treatments tend to lose their efficacy and more definitive treatment should be considered. Hip replacement surgery involves replacing worn or damaged joints with implants to reduce pain and improve movement. It provides excellent results for many and is usually performed on those above age 60 but may also benefit young patients with certain conditions.

To help your doctor decide if hip replacement surgery is ideal for you, answer the questions below.

1. Do you have pain while standing, walking or sitting?
- No
- Sometimes
- Mostly
- Severe pain

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2. Does pain affect your ability to perform your daily tasks?
- No
- Sometimes
- Often
- I am mostly dependent on others

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3. Does pain keep you awake at night?
- Never
- Occasionally
- Most nights
- Every night

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4. Have you had relief from other forms of therapy or with the use of assistive devices?
- Yes
- Mostly
- Sometimes
- Unsatisfactory

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5. Do you experience stiffness in your hips when walking?
- No
- Sometimes
- Require aids for movement
- Bedridden

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6. Do you have an existing infection?
- Yes
- No

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7. Are you overweight or obese?
- Yes
- No

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8. Do you have a medical condition that prevents you from undergoing surgery?
- Yes
- No

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9. Have you had any previous hip surgeries?
- Yes
- No

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