Hip Resurfacing Surgery cost in India

The cost of hip resurfacing Surgery starts from 5,800 to 7000 USD. However, the cost can vary and depend on various factors like patient age and overall health.

A suitable candidate for the surgery is typically a younger, active person under 60 years, usually a man with strong and healthy bones and hip joint arthritis.

The recovery process involves a few weeks to a month of physical therapy and using a walking aid, and most of the patients can return to their daily activities around six weeks to 12 months.

A hip resurfacing implant can last up to 15 to 20 years or maybe more, but the lifespan depends on factors like the implant's design, the patient's age, activity level, bone health, and the quality of the surgery.

Yes, hip resurfacing has some potential risks, which include infection, blood clots, and nerve and blood vessel damage. 

There are some non-surgical alternatives, which include physical therapy, medication, and weight management, and some surgical alternatives include hip arthroscopy, osteotomy, cartilage transplants, and total or partial hip replacement if resurfacing is not suitable for your needs.

Hip resurfacing surgery is different from hip surgeries because it preserves the natural bone, as the surgeon caps the femoral head with a metal covering instead of replacing it entirely with a stem and ball.

Hip resurfacing surgery typically takes 1 to 3 hours, but the duration of hospital stay varies, with some procedures being outpatient and others requiring an overnight stay.

Neither hip resurfacing nor replacement is universally preferable, but the best choice depends on factors like age, bone quality, and activity level.

The average success rate of hip resurfacing surgery is 95%, but the percentage depends on post-op care.