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Hip Replacement Surgery in Indore — Pain-Free Walking, Restored

Quick answer: Total hip replacement replaces a hip damaged by arthritis, avascular necrosis (AVN) or fracture with a durable artificial joint. Dr. Varun Chouhan performs total and robotic-assisted hip replacement at Bombay Hospital, Indore. Most patients stand within a day and return to comfortable walking within weeks.

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Dr. Varun Chouhan performing robotic-assisted joint replacement at Bombay Hospital Indore
Dr. Varun ChouhanOrthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon • Bombay Hospital, Indore
Overview

What is total hip replacement?

Total hip replacement (hip arthroplasty) removes the worn ball-and-socket of the hip and replaces it with smooth, durable implants. It is one of the most effective operations in orthopedics for relieving hip pain and restoring the ability to walk, sit and sleep comfortably.

It is used for advanced hip arthritis, avascular necrosis (AVN) where the femoral head has lost its blood supply, and certain hip fractures. Dr. Chouhan selects the implant and approach — including robotic-assisted techniques — to suit your bone quality and lifestyle.

Symptoms

When to seek an evaluation:

  • Deep groin or thigh pain on walking or standing
  • Stiffness that makes putting on socks or shoes difficult
  • Pain at night or at rest in advanced cases
  • A limp or the feeling that one leg is shorter
  • Reduced ability to squat, sit cross-legged or climb stairs
  • Groin pain no longer helped by medicines or physiotherapy
Causes

Common causes:

  • Osteoarthritis of the hip — age-related wear
  • Avascular necrosis (AVN) — loss of blood supply to the femoral head
  • Rheumatoid and other inflammatory arthritis
  • Hip fracture, especially in older adults
  • Childhood hip conditions leading to early arthritis
  • Post-traumatic arthritis after injury
Benefits

What patients gain

Deep, lasting pain relief

The arthritic ball-and-socket is replaced entirely.

Walk without a limp

Restored, smooth hip movement and corrected leg length.

Comfortable sleep & sitting

Night pain and stiffness resolve for most patients.

Rapid recovery

Many patients stand and walk within 24 hours.

Durable implants

Modern ceramic and cross-linked bearings last many years.

Return to activity

Walking, travel and low-impact activity become easy again.

Treatment Process

Your treatment, step by step

Consultation & X-rayExamination and X-rays (MRI for AVN) grade the damage and plan the implant.
Fitness & planningBlood tests, ECG and anaesthesia clearance; implant size and approach planned.
Surgery (60–90 min)The worn joint is replaced through a muscle-sparing approach where possible.
Walk in 24 hoursPhysiotherapy and hip precautions begin the same or next day.
RehabilitationA structured programme restores strength, balance and confidence.
Recovery Timeline

How recovery typically progresses

Day 1–2First stepsStand and walk with a walker; hip precautions taught.
Week 1–2Home routineIndependent indoor walking; sutures reviewed; swelling managed.
Week 3–6IndependenceOutdoor walking, stairs and most daily activities resume.
Month 2–3Strength returnsWalking aids discarded; driving usually possible.
Month 3–6Full recoveryMost patients return to an active, pain-free routine.

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Total Hip Replacement FAQ

Common questions, answered

What is the best age for hip replacement?
There is no fixed age — the decision is based on pain, disability and imaging. Both younger AVN patients and elderly fracture patients are operated safely after fitness optimisation.
Can I sit cross-legged after hip replacement?
Early on you follow hip precautions to protect the new joint. Many patients gradually regain floor-sitting, but this is guided individually by Dr. Chouhan.
How long does a hip implant last?
Modern hip implants commonly last 20–25 years or more, helped by durable ceramic and cross-linked plastic bearings.
Is robotic hip replacement available?
Yes — robotic-assisted hip replacement is offered where it adds value, giving precise socket placement and leg-length accuracy.
How soon can I walk and travel?
Most patients walk within 24 hours, go home in 2–4 days and are comfortable for short travel within a few weeks.
Is hip replacement covered by insurance?
Yes — medically indicated hip replacement is covered by most mediclaim policies, with cashless facility at Bombay Hospital.

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