You may not notice how critical proper hip function is to your daily life until you no longer have it. When damage occurs to the hip — due to arthritis, injury or another medical condition — even basic activities like standing up or walking can be both painful and challenging. Hip pain can also permeate into your sleep hours, preventing you from getting a good night’s rest.
Some individuals suffering from hip damage will find sufficient relief by taking medications, using walking aids, like canes, or changing how they perform daily tasks. If these efforts do not provide the desired result, total hip replacement surgery may be the next logical treatment step. This procedure replaces the diseased hip joint with a prosthesis, providing relief from pain and allowing you to resume the everyday activities you once enjoyed.