Hip arthroscopy is a relatively new procedure compared to hip replacement. It is a highly specialized and hard to diagnose procedure that offers athletes relief from hip pain and the ability to return to play.
Several studies show a direct correlation between complication rates and the surgeon's experience1. A more experienced surgeon can expect better surgical outcomes for patients with fewer complications.
With advances in surgical techniques, arthroscopy plays a vital role in diagnosing and treating hip diseases. Hip arthroscopy is rarely considered major surgery. This minimally invasive procedure involving two or three keyhole incisions allows patients to go home the same day.
With advances in surgical techniques, arthroscopy plays a vital role in diagnosing and treating hip diseases. Hip arthroscopy is rarely considered major surgery. This minimally invasive procedure involving two or three keyhole incisions allows patients to go home the same day.
Patients can bear weight on their hips within a few weeks. While every patient recovers on their own timeline, most people who undergo hip arthroscopy may recover faster than with other surgical hip procedures.
Hip arthroscopy may relieve painful symptoms of many problems that damage the labrum, articular cartilage, or other soft tissues surrounding the hip joint. After surgery, you will stay in the recovery room for 1 to 2 hours before being discharged home. You will need someone to drive you home and stay with you at least the first night. Hip Arthroscopy has a high success rate and rehabilitation success2.
The Hip Preservation & Groin Center, founded by Dr. Srino Bharam, provides over 20 years of performing hip arthroscopy and treating injuries and conditions of the hip to restore athletes and patients to an active lifestyle.
Patients and their loved-ones have a crucial role in choosing a surgeon; considering the surgeon's experience, complication rates, outcomes, and range of treatment options should be a part of the decision making process.
Competitive, professional and recreational athletes dealing with hip pain, should do their homework to find the right surgeon. Practice makes perfect when it comes to surgery. Ask the doctor how many surgeries they do each month and their specific areas of expertise. Seek out a surgeon with a high-quality referral rate and one that makes you feel confident and comfortable.
The Hip Preservation & Groin Center, founded by Dr. Srino Bharma, provides over 20 years of experience in treating injuries and conditions of the hip to restore athletes and patients to an active lifestyle. Srino Bharam MD, MBA is recognized internationally for his pioneering work in the field of Hip Arthroscopy, Joint Preservation and Groin injuries. Dr. Bharam frequently teaches his esteemed colleagues around the globe as a keynote speaker, co-chair and faculty member on the advanced techniques and patient outcomes at the lecture halls at the Arthroscopic Association of North America (AANA) and at American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).
Dr. Srino Bharam is a board-certified, fellowship-trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon specializing in the treatment of athletic injuries of the hip and groin. Dr. Bharam has over 20 years of experience in treating injuries and conditions of the hip with the goal of restoring athletes and patients to an active lifestyle.
