Joint Surgeons of Sacramento

Total Hip Replacement: Benefits,
Risks and Alternatives

Interactive Surgery

Introduction

Non-operative Treatment

Surgery Alternatives

Surgery Benefits

Risks and Complications

Cementless Surgery

Conclusions

Introduction

Before Surgery

In the Hospital

Going Home

Introduction

General Anesthesia

Spinal Anesthesia

Epidural Anesthesia

Combination Anesthesia

Multi-Modal Pain Management

Summary

Introduction

If you are contemplating having a total hip replacement, you should learn the facts as much as they are known about the expected benefits as well as the risks and possible complications of the procedure. This information booklet is designed to review these facts with you so that you may make a more informed decision regarding surgery.