Do you suffer from stiff and painful hips when you move? Then there is a good chance that you are dealing with hip osteoarthritis<\/strong>This is a common condition in which the cartilage in the hip joint wears away, making movement increasingly difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many people with hip osteoarthritis wonder: What is the best treatment? Should I opt for a hip replacement or is exercise therapy sufficient? Our physiotherapists explain the options available and help you make the right choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A hip prosthesis<\/strong> is an artificial hip that replaces the worn joint. This can be a solution if<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2714\ufe0f You have a lot of pain every day and movement is difficult. Surgery is a drastic choice, but can provide a lot of relief. After surgery, it is important to rehabilitate well with physiotherapy, so that your hip recovers optimally.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhen is a hip prosthesis necessary for hip osteoarthritis?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u2714\ufe0f Other treatments, such as physiotherapy, do not help enough.
\u2714\ufe0f Your hip is so stiff that simple movements, such as walking or sitting, are painful.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCan exercise therapy prevent hip replacement?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n