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FEEL YOUR BEST WITH SPORTSMED SPORTSMED SPOTLIGHT ON: Hip Replacements
from FIFTY+SA Issue 02
by Kiddo Mag
HOW IS THE JOINT ACCESSED?
There are three common approaches, or ‘doors’, each with pros and cons to consider:
1. The front door (Direct anterior approach)
Meet Dr Tom Gieroba
Dr Tom Gieroba is an Australian-trained orthopaedic surgeon, specialising in preventative care, treatment and rehabilitation for a range of hip and knee ailments, injuries and conditions.
He has a particular interest in joint replacement, trauma and fracture management and sports-related knee injuries. Trained in robotic surgical techniques, including roboticarm assisted surgery with the Mako surgical robot, Dr Gieroba is able to offer his patients expert advice and a range of treatment options.
When not at work, Tom enjoys spending time with his wife and four kids. He also enjoys tennis and is part of sportsmed's running club.
WHAT IS HIP ARTHRITIS?
When the smooth cartilage in a hip joint wears out and causes pain and stiffness, it’s called hip arthritis or osteoarthritis.
WHAT IS A HIP REPLACEMENT?
A hip replacement involves removing the diseased ball and socket joint and replacing it with prosthetic components. When the damaged parts of the hip are removed and replaced, the artificial joint relieves hip pain, stiffness and improves movement. The new components are held in position with special bone cement or are pressed into the bone. The uncemented components have a surface finish that encourages the bone to grow onto the prosthesis.
