It is important to ensure the hip replacement implants are stable. Hip replacement implants that are not stable may dislocate, a serious complication of hip replacement surgery.
Steps of a Hip Replacement
By Jonathan Cluett, M.D., About.com Guide
Updated October 28, 2010
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by the Medical Review Board
With the socket, stem, and ball all inserted, the hip replacement can be placed in final position. With the parts in place, the ball is placed back into the socket -- called reducing the hip.
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- Diagnosis of Hip Arthritis
- Removing the Worn Out Hip Joint Ball
- Removing the Worn Out Hip Joint Socket
- Placement of the Acetabular Component
- Preparing the Femur
- Placement of the Stem
- Insertion of the Ball
- Final Hip Replacement Implant
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