Patient guide
Hip Replacement
Replacement of the hip joint with a prosthesis to relieve pain and restore mobility in advanced arthritis.
What this guide covers: This guide covers candidacy, what happens during treatment, recovery timelines, red flags, and questions to ask before you travel.
Browse Orthopaedics providersQuick facts
- Typical stay
- 7–10 days
- Anaesthesia
- Spinal or general
- Return to work
- 6–8 weeks
Last reviewed: June 2026
Overview
What is hip replacement?
Total hip arthroplasty replaces the femoral head and acetabular socket with bearing surfaces designed to minimise wear. Turkey offers experienced high-volume centres; surgical approach (posterior, lateral, anterior), bearing couple, and surgeon volume influence dislocation risk and recovery.
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Candidacy
Who is it for?
Patients with hip osteoarthritis or avascular necrosis limiting mobility
Those whose pain persists despite analgesia and physiotherapy
Individuals medically fit for anaesthesia and rehabilitation
Fracture cases requiring arthroplasty after trauma assessment
Treatment day
What happens
Templating and planning
X-rays size implants and leg-length equality targets. Approach and bearing choice are discussed.
Hip arthroplasty
Damaged bone and cartilage are removed; stem and cup implanted. Muscle repair depends on surgical approach.
Post-operative precautions
Hip dislocation precautions vary by approach. Early walking with frame or crutches supervised by physiotherapy.
Discharge and rehab
Stitches or clips managed per protocol. Home exercises and outpatient physio arranged before travel.
After treatment
Recovery timeline
Days 1–5
Hospital mobilisation with pain control. Watch for DVT symptoms in calves.
Next: Weeks 2–6Weeks 2–6
Gradual increase in walking distance. Office work often possible by week 4–6.
Next: Months 3–6Months 3–6
Gait normalises; low-impact activity resumes.
Next: Year 1+Year 1+
Implant survival tracked; annual review if symptoms arise.
Warning signs
Risks and red flags
These are warning signs that should give you pause — or cause you to walk away entirely. No reputable provider will object to being asked these questions.
No discussion of dislocation precautions for posterior approach
Metal-on-metal bearings still offered without indication
Rushed travel before wound check or anticoagulation plan
Before you commit
Questions to ask
- Which surgical approach do you use and what precautions follow?
- Ceramic, metal, or polyethylene bearings — recommendation for my age?
- What is your dislocation and revision rate?
- When can I fly home safely after surgery?
Next steps
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