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Hip Arthroscopy
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Hip arthroscopy, sometimes called a “hip scope,” is a minimally invasive hip surgery in which an orthopedic surgeon uses an arthroscope to examine and treat a wide range of hip problems.
It is performed through 2 or 3 small 5-10 mm incisions, using an advanced HD camera and special instruments to visualize and work inside and around the hip joint.
Because the arthroscope and surgical instruments are thin, your surgeon can use very small incisions, rather than the larger incision needed for open surgery.
What are the benefits of hip arthroscopy?
Hip arthroscopy has several advantages over traditional open hip surgery, including:
Minimal hip pain and scarring
Decreasing recovery time
Postponing hip arthritis by treating its cause in the early stages
Conditions Treated Using Hip Arthroscopy
Hip doctors in Kenya at Nairobi spine orthopaedic centre may recommend hip arthroscopy if you have a painful condition that does not respond to nonsurgical treatment such as rest, physical therapy, and medications or injections that can reduce inflammation.
Hip conditions treated using arthroscopy include:
Femoroacetabular impingement, which limits range of motion and is a major cause of osteoarthritis
Dysplasia and labral tears, where a specialized cartilage called the labrum, which lines the hip socket becomes torn
Removal of loose fragments of cartilage inside the joint, which are caused by an injury, such as a torn labrum
Hip joint infections
Risks Associated with Hip Arthroscopy
Complications of hip arthroscopy are not common, but can occur.
Prior to making any decision to have surgery, it is important that you understand the potential risks so that you can make an informed decision on the advantages and disadvantages of surgery.
The traction needed for the procedure can stretch nerves and cause numbness, but this is usually temporary.
There are also small risks of infection, as well as blood clots forming in the legs (deep vein thrombosis).
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Hip Arthroscopy in Kenya
Nairobi spine orthopedic centre in Kenya has led the way in developing new techniques for minimally invasive surgery.
By using small incisions, customized instruments, and innovative imaging techniques, we can perform many procedures with less pain and blood loss, and minimal scarring.
The result is rapid recovery, high patient satisfaction, and the best possible outcome.
Arthroscopic hip surgery is usually conducted with extensive care on an outpatient basis, where the patient returns home on the same day as the surgery.
Recovery after Hip Arthroscopy
After surgery, you will feel some pain. This is a natural part of the healing process. Your doctor and nurses will work to reduce your pain, which can help you recover from surgery faster.
Medications are often prescribed for short-term pain relief after surgery.
You can also expect to be on crutches, or a walker, for some period of time. Many patients return to full, unrestricted activities after arthroscopy. Your recovery will depend on the type of damage that was present in your hip.
