Hip Pain Making Every Step a Struggle? Total Hip Replacement in Ahmedabad
Chronic hip pain affects your sleep, independence and ability to do the things you love. Total Hip Replacement is one of the most successful elective procedures in modern orthopaedics.
Dr. Dhiraj K. Marothi Jain, internationally fellowship-trained in the USA and UK, specializes in advanced Resurfacing (R2R Technique) Knee Replacement Surgery at Epic Multispeciality Hospital, Ahmedabad.
Advanced Knee Replacement Care
- R2R Resurfacing Technique
- Robotic & Precision Joint Replacement Expertise
- Focus on Early Recovery & Functional Mobility
- Personalized Treatment & Rehabilitation Guidance Common Symptoms
- Severe pain while walking or climbing stairs
- Knee stiffness and reduced movement
- Difficulty standing after sitting
- Disturbed sleep due to knee pain
- Advanced arthritis affecting daily routine Consultation Available At RACE Knee Clinic & Epic Multispeciality Hospital Ahmedabad
Recognising Hip Arthritis — Do These Apply to You?
If three or more of the following describe your experience, a specialist consultation is recommended.
Common Hip Pain Symptoms
- Deep groin or hip pain that radiates down into the thigh
- Limping or shifting your weight to reduce pain when walking
- Hip stiffness that limits how far you can bend or rotate the leg
- Pain that is worse in cold or damp weather
- Difficulty putting on shoes, socks, or getting in and out of a car
- Hip pain that wakes you at night and disrupts sleep
- Pain that has not improved with physiotherapy or anti-inflammatory medication
Important Note
These symptoms are not a diagnosis. Only a qualified orthopaedic surgeon can determine the appropriate course of treatment following clinical examination and imaging.
Early consultation helps you understand whether medicines, physiotherapy, injections or Total Hip Replacement Surgery is suitable for your condition.
What is Total Hip Replacement Surgery?
Total Hip Replacement, also called Total Hip Arthroplasty, is a procedure in which the damaged ball-and-socket hip joint is replaced with a prosthesis.
The damaged femoral head and acetabulum are replaced with metal, ceramic or polymer components designed to replicate the natural movement of the hip. THR is recommended when hip arthritis, avascular necrosis or fracture has caused severe pain and loss of function that does not respond to non-surgical treatment.
*Timelines apply to suitable candidates under the R2R protocol. Individual recovery depends on health status, age, bone quality and post-operative physiotherapy compliance.
What Makes Dr. Dhiraj Marothi Jain’s Technique Different?
The R2R (Resurfacing to Recovery) Protocol is developed to enhance recovery, improve patient comfort, and achieve more natural knee function through precision-based knee replacement surgery.
- Less post-operative discomfort compared with traditional knee replacement methods
- Shorter surgical duration, helping minimise anaesthesia exposure
- Minimal tissue handling and limited surgical exposure
- Precise resurfacing of damaged bone and cartilage while preserving natural knee mechanics
- Advanced Medial Congruent / Medial Pivot implant philosophy designed to replicate natural knee movement and stability
- Routine use of drains and urinary catheters is generally avoided in suitable patients
- Early standing and assisted walking typically initiated within 24 hours after surgery
- Lower infection risk due to reduced operative time and streamlined surgical protocol
- Faster functional recovery with many suitable patients returning to regular daily activities within approximately 15 days
- Focus on balanced knee motion, improved confidence while walking, and enhanced patient satisfaction
*Recovery outcomes vary depending on patient age, medical condition, bone quality, body weight, rehabilitation participation, and overall post-operative compliance.
Your Step-by-Step Journey to Hip Recovery
Here is what patients can expect from consultation to rehabilitation.
Initial Consultation
Hip assessment, imaging review and discussion of surgical vs non-surgical options.
Pre-Operative Planning
Blood work, cardiac fitness check, customised surgical plan and implant selection.
Surgery
Hip replacement under spinal or general anaesthesia with R2R protocol planning.
Post-Operative Care
Pain management, first standing within 24–48 hours and physiotherapy support.
Rehabilitation
Supervised physiotherapy, walking aid progression and activity milestones.
Frequently Asked Questions — Total Hip Replacement
How long does a hip replacement last?
Modern hip implants are designed to last 20 years or more in many patients. Factors affecting longevity include activity level, body weight, bone quality, and adherence to post-operative guidance.
Can both hips be replaced at the same time?
Bilateral hip replacement is possible in selected patients who are in good overall health. Dr. Marothi will assess whether simultaneous or staged replacement is appropriate during consultation.
What restrictions will I have after surgery?
In the early recovery period, certain hip positions and high-impact activities are restricted to allow the joint to settle.
How soon can I fly after hip replacement?
Most surgeons recommend waiting a minimum of 6–12 weeks before long-haul flights due to DVT risk. Dr. Marothi will advise based on your recovery progress.
Is the surgery painful?
Anaesthesia ensures comfort during surgery. Post-operative pain is managed with prescription analgesia and typically reduces significantly within the first week.
Ready to Explore Your Options?
Let’s Start with a Consultation
Your first consultation with Dr. Marothi is a conversation — not a commitment.
Walk away with clarity on your diagnosis, your options,
and the right path forward for your lifestyle.