Surgeons remove the damaged parts of the hip joint

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The video uses high-quality, clear 3D medical animation to demystify a complex surgical procedure, making it highly educational and visually satisfying for a general audience.

Summary

This video uses a 3D animation to illustrate the surgical process of a total hip replacement. It details the removal of damaged bone and the insertion of artificial components to restore hip function.

Structure

1Removal of damaged hip joint parts
2Preparation of the hip socket
3Insertion of the metal socket and stem
4Attachment of the artificial ball
5Post-surgical stability check and rehabilitation

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Surgeons remove the damaged parts of the hip joint METAL STEM TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENT The surgeon first reaches the hip joint and carefully removes the damaged head of the femur. The worn cartilage and bone inside the hip socket are then cleaned away and reshaped. METAL SOCKET A new metal socket is secured into the pelvis, usually with a durable liner placed inside it. DURABLE LINER Next a metal stem is inserted into the hollow center of the femur. ARTIFICIAL BALL artificial ball is attached to the top of this stem and fitted into the new socket. The surgeon checks the hip for stability, and smooth movement before closing the incision. Rehabilitation then helps strengthen the surrounding muscles and gradually restore walking and mobility.

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Total Hip Replacement - How does a total hip replacement help restore movement, and what happens during the surgery?

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Surgeons remove the damaged parts of the hip joint and replace them with an artificial socket, stem and ball to restore smoother movement. This procedure is called a Total Hip Replacement. The surgeon first reaches the hip joint and carefully removes the damaged head of the femur. The worn cartilage and bone inside the hip socket are then cleaned away and reshaped. A new metal socket is secured into the pelvis, usually with a durable liner placed inside it. Next a metal stem is inserted into the hollow center of the femur. A new artificial ball is attached to the top of this stem and fitted into the new socket. The surgeon checks the hip for stability, alignment and smooth movement before closing the incision. Rehabilitation then helps strengthen the surrounding muscles and gradually restore walking and mobility.