New Hip Replacement Proedure has Less Pain, Faster Recovery

Monday, November 5, 2012 - 14:31 in Health & Medicine

A new anterior approach to hip replacement surgery results in less pain, faster recovery and better mobility. The surgery is performed through the front (anterior) of the hip, rather than the back (posterior). The incision is only about 2 ½ inches long.

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