Hip resurfacing surgery
Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing (MoM)
Hip resurfacing involves replacing the damaged or diseased surface of the hip ball and socket joint with a metal surface
About having a hip resurfacing procedure
It's also known as metal-on-metal hip resurfacing, where the surface of the ball-and-socket joint in the hip are replaced with a metal surface.
Need to know
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What happens during hip resurfacing surgery? icon plus
Hip resurfacing surgery is usually carried out under general anaesthetic. Alternatively, it's sometimes carried out after a spinal epidural injection to block the pain in your lower half.
Your surgeon will reshape the ball joint of your hip and fit it with a metal sphere, leaving the head and neck of the thigh bone intact. The socket, or cup part of your joint, will be fitted with a metal shell. -
How to prepare for hip resurfacing icon plus
Like all procedures, there may be some risks and side effects involved. Your consultant will explain these to you. They'll also explain what's involved in the procedure. And they'll let you know how long it should take you to recover.
Before the operation, you can plan ahead to make your life easier during your recovery. It's a good idea to arrange for a friend or a family member to help you with tasks such as shopping, bathing and laundry during this time. You may also want to consider installing handrails in your bath, shower and staircase in your home to help during your recovery. -
After your surgery icon plus
You'll be cared for in hospital for a few days after the operation. After surgery, our physiotherapy team will encourage you to stand up and walk a little with the help of crutches. They'll also give you exercises to practise to help to strengthen your hip and legs.
You should be able to go home after three to five days. You'll need to use crutches, a walker or walking sticks for a few weeks. Your consultant will let you know when you can get back to your usual routine, including work or exercise.
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Our locations
From complex hip surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RH
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The Portland Hospital
205 - 209 Great Portland Street
London W1W 5AH
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Platinum Medical Centre
15 - 17 Lodge Road
London
NW8 7JA
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HCA UK at The Shard
The Shard
32 St Thomas Street
London SE1 9BS
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Chelsea Outpatients
272 & 280 Kings Road
London SW3 5AW
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Institute of Sport Exercise and Health (ISEH)
170 Tottenham Court Road
London
W1T 7HA
Request a hip or pelvis appointment
We're happy to help you make an appointment with one of our experienced hip consultants. We can also make imaging and outpatient physiotherapy appointments for you.
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020 7079 4344