The Hip Clinic - FAQs

1. When do I know I am ready for a hip replacement or hip resurfacing?

2. Should I be worried about MRSA?

3. What else could go wrong?

4. How long will I be in hospital?

5. How soon before I can drive a car?

6. I am scared! Will it be painful? How long will I take to recover?

7. I live on my own: is this a problem?

8. Can I do what I did before e.g. play sports, ski, dance etc.

9. Will I trigger airport and other security alarm systems after a hip or knee arthroplasty?

10. How long do these procedures or prostheses last? Which is the best for me?

11. Who should I choose to do my operation?

12. Will I need physiotherapy?

13. What can I do to prepare myself for surgery?

14. Should I go outside the UK for surgery?

15. What can hip resurfacing patients do? Tell me an interesting story!