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Total Hip Replacement: What to Expect Before, During, and After Surgery

An x-ray still of a hip replacement

A total hip replacement, or total hip arthroplasty (THA), is a surgical procedure that removes damaged bone and cartilage from the hip joint and replaces them with artificial components. It’s a very successful orthopedic surgery for restoring function and reducing pain. In the United States, the number of total hip replacements is expected to increase […]