hip conditions
Revision Hip Conditions
Problematic Hip Replacement
Common causes of problematic hip replacements
Implant loosening
Wear of the bearing surfaces
Instability or dislocation
Infection around the implant
Soft-tissue irritation
Leg length or alignment issues
Component malposition
Problematic Hip Replacement
How revision hip problems are assessed
During your assessment, we will examine hip movement, strength, and patterns of pain. X-rays help determine the degree and location of cartilage wear.
When symptoms are complex or the diagnosis is unclear, MRI may be arranged.
Routine arthritis care is supported by the wider multidisciplinary team, especially physiotherapy and imaging colleagues.
Problematic Hip Replacement
Treatment options
Non-surgical
Physiotherapy and gait optimisation
Targeted injections
Antibiotics (in defined cases)
Close monitoring for slowly evolving issues
Surgical
Bearing or liner exchange
Adjustment of components
Full revision hip replacement
Reconstruction in cases of bone loss or instability
Problematic Hip Replacement
FAQs
Does pain mean my hip replacement has failed?
Not necessarily. Many causes of pain are treatable without major surgery.
How is infection diagnosed?
Through a combination of blood tests, imaging and sometimes joint aspiration.
If your hip replacement is not performing as expected, I can assess the cause, explain the findings and guide the most appropriate treatment plan.