Bonus - Is Partial Hip Replacement Like Partial Knee Replacement?

Many patients have heard of partial knee replacements and wonder if a partial hip replacement is an option for arthritis as well. In this episode clip, Dr. Grayson Connors discusses one of the most common misconceptions in hip surgery: the difference between a partial hip replacement and a total hip replacement. We cover: • What a partial hip replacement (hemiarthroplasty) actually replaces • Why partial hip replacements are typically used for hip fractures rather than arthritis • The key differences between replacing only the femoral head versus replacing both the ball and socket • How age, mobility, arthritis, and overall health influence surgical decision-making • Why many surgeons are increasingly choosing total hip replacement for active fracture patients Dr. Connors also explains how advances in modern hip replacement techniques have made total hip replacement an attractive option for many patients who historically would have received a partial hip replacement. If you've ever wondered why one patient receives a partial hip replacement while another receives a total hip replacement, this conversation breaks down the reasoning behind those decisions. Subscribe to The Joint Replacement Podcast for expert discussions on hip replacement, knee replacement, arthritis treatment, robotics, recovery, and the future of orthopedic surgery.