Advanced hip arthritis
Osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis causing persistent groin or hip pain, stiffness and difficulty walking.
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Hip replacement in Bangalore
Specialist hip replacement and preservation treatment in Bengaluru
Medically reviewed by Dr. Chetan M. Dojode, FRCS (Tr & Orth), Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon · Last reviewed 20 July 2026
Whether you need robotic hip replacement or a joint-preserving pathway, Dr. Chetan M. Dojode provides detailed assessment and super-specialist care for hip pain and arthritis.
Overview
Hip replacement by a UK-trained specialist
Total hip replacement is one of the most successful and reliable operations in modern orthopaedics, restoring pain-free movement when hip arthritis or AVN has worn out the joint. The arthritic ball-and-socket is replaced with a durable artificial implant, relieving pain and restoring the ability to walk, sleep and move without restriction.
Dr. Chetan M. Dojode FRCS (Orth, UK), FEBOT (Euro) is a UK-trained Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon bringing 21+ years of orthopaedic experience — including 11+ years of NHS practice in the United Kingdom — to hip replacement in Bengaluru. Every hip is assessed individually, and where a joint can be preserved rather than replaced, that pathway is discussed first.
FRCS (Orth, UK) · FEBOT (Euro) · MRCS (UK) · MCh (Orth, UK) · MS (Orth) · MBBS · GMC Specialist Register · MAKO Robotic Certified
Is it right for you?
When hip replacement is considered
Surgery is recommended only when non-surgical care no longer controls symptoms. Common indications include:
Avascular necrosis (AVN)
Osteonecrosis of the femoral head, particularly once collapse has occurred and preservation is no longer viable.
Post-traumatic arthritis
Joint damage following previous hip fracture or injury that has progressed to painful arthritis.
Failed previous surgery
Persistent pain after earlier hip procedures where replacement offers reliable relief.
Surgical approach
Robotic and conventional hip replacement
The right technique depends on your anatomy, diagnosis and goals — discussed fully at consultation.
Robotic (MAKO) hip replacement
A CT-derived 3D plan optimises cup anteversion, abduction angle, leg-length restoration and offset before surgery, with a robotic arm guiding precise execution. Learn more about robotic hip replacement →
Conventional hip replacement
A well-established, highly effective option using modern implants and refined surgical technique, tailored to each patient.
Modern implants & bearings
Contemporary implant materials and bearing surfaces are chosen for durability and to support an active lifestyle over the long term.
Recovery
What recovery looks like
Recovery is a guided, staged process supported by physiotherapy. General timelines are:
- Days 1–3: Standing and walking with support begins, usually within a day or two; most patients go home within a few days.
- Weeks 1–6: Progressive walking, reducing reliance on aids, with most everyday activities resuming by around six weeks.
- Months 3–6: Continued strengthening and return to more demanding activity, guided by your surgeon and physiotherapist.
Individual recovery varies with age, general health, diagnosis and the type of surgery. Your personalised plan is discussed before and after surgery.
FAQ
Hip replacement — common questions
Who needs a hip replacement?
It is considered when arthritis or AVN causes persistent pain and loss of function that no longer responds to medication, physiotherapy and activity change. The decision is based on imaging, symptoms, age, activity and deformity — not age alone.
Robotic vs conventional — what’s the difference?
Conventional surgery uses manual instruments and surgeon judgement; robotic surgery adds a CT-based 3D plan and a robotic arm to place the implant precisely to that plan. Both are effective — robotic assistance adds planning and placement precision.
How long does recovery take?
Most patients walk with support within a day or two and go home within a few days. Aids are used for a few weeks, everyday activity resumes around six weeks, and fuller recovery continues over three to six months.
How long does a hip replacement last?
With modern implants and bearings, the large majority remain functional well beyond 15–20 years. Longevity depends on implant type, activity, weight, bone quality and accuracy of implant positioning.
What is AVN of the hip?
AVN is death of bone in the femoral head from loss of blood supply. Early stages may be managed with core decompression or biologics; advanced AVN with collapse usually needs total hip replacement. Dr. Dojode has extensive NHS experience with complex AVN.
Consultation booking
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