Joint Treatments

OCM Approach Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement

Medical conditions such as arthritis can damage or wear out the articular cartilage covering the hip joint surface and cause inflammation and severe pain in the hip. The condition can be treated by replacing the hip joint through surgery. Dr. Vipul Shet provides expert diagnosis and treatments for hip arthritis including anterior hip replacement surgery in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Dr. Vipul Shet also provides highly specialised care during and after the surgery. Contact Dr. Vipul Shet team for an appointment today!

What is OCM Approach Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement Surgery?

OCM Approach Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement is a minimally invasive hip surgery to replace the hip joint without cutting through any muscles or tendons as against traditional hip replacement that involves cutting major muscles to access the hip joint.

Risks and Complications of OCM Approach Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement

All surgeries carry an element of risk, whether it is related to the anaesthesia or the procedure itself. Risks and complications with OCM approach minimally invasive hip replacement are rare, but can occur and may include:

• Infection at the incision site or joint space
• Fracture
• Nerve damage
• Hemarthrosis - excess bleeding into the joint after the surgery
• Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot)
• Leg length inequality

Post-operative Care for OCM Approach Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement

With the OCM approach, your doctor will give you specific instructions to be followed at home for a faster recovery. These include:

• Take medications as prescribed to relieve pain and prevent infection.
• Participate in physical therapy to restore hip function and strength.
• Eat a healthy diet and do not smoke to facilitate healing and promote a faster recovery.
• Contact your doctor if you observe increasing swelling or redness in the operated area.

After traditional hip replacement surgery, you would be instructed to follow certain precautions to prevent your new hip from dislocating. These guidelines are very restrictive and include:

• No bending or flexing of the hip past 90 degrees.
• No crossing of legs.
• Use a pillow between the legs when sleeping.
• Use an elevated toilet seat.

As OCM approach minimally invasive hip replacement uses a muscle-sparing technique there is increased joint stability after surgery and in most cases, these precautions are not needed.

Advantages of OCM Approach Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement

The advantages of OCM approach minimally invasive hip replacement include:

• Smaller incisions
• Shorter operative time
• Minimal blood loss
• Short hospital stay
• Less postoperative pain
• Minimal soft-tissue trauma
• Less scarring
• Quicker recovery
• Early mobilisation
• Less postoperative restrictions
• Quicker return to normal activities
• Lower risk of dislocation

If you would like to have additional information contact Dr. Vipul Shet, serving communities and people from all walks of live.