Direct Anterior Approach Hip Replacement
The direct anterior approach is a surgical technique that accesses the hip joint from the front of the body, between muscles, rather than through the side or back. This approach is associated with less muscle damage, faster recovery, and reduced risk of dislocation.
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Accessing the Hip Joint
The surgeon makes a small incision at the front of the hip, between muscles, to access the joint, minimizing disruption to surrounding tissues.
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Implant Placement
The dual mobility design allows for multiple points of articulation between the femoral head, polyethylene liner, and acetabular cup, reducing the risk of impingement and dislocation.
Benefits of
Surgery
The direct anterior approach involves accessing the hip joint through natural intervals between muscles, minimizing disruption to surrounding soft tissues and preserving muscle integrity. By avoiding detachment of the posterior hip capsule and external rotators, which are important stabilizing structures of the hip joint, the direct anterior approach may reduce the risk of hip dislocation post-surgery. With less tissue trauma and muscle damage compared to traditional approaches, patients undergoing the direct anterior approach may experience quicker recovery times and earlier return to normal activities. ome patients undergoing direct anterior approach hip replacement may be candidates for outpatient or short-stay hospital protocols, allowing for a faster transition to home-based recovery and rehabilitation.