Best Anterior Hip Surgeon London
Leading Anterior Hip Surgery in London
If you are suffering from severe hip pain or osteoarthritis, you want a surgical solution that safely restores your mobility and allows you to return to normal life as quickly as possible. The London Hip Practice, led by Professor Richard Field, is widely recognised for its pioneering work in minimally invasive hip surgery. As one of the most experienced consultant orthopaedic surgeons, Professor Field is a leading international authority on the Direct Anterior Approach to hip replacement. Patients looking for the best anterior hip surgeon London has, need look no further.
Our dedicated clinical team ensures a seamless, supportive care pathway from your initial diagnostic consultation through to your surgery and complete post-operative recovery.
What is the Direct Anterior Approach?
Joint replacement techniques are constantly advancing. Traditional hip replacement surgery often involves cutting the major muscles around the joint to gain access to the hip. This can result in significant post-operative pain and a longer rehabilitation period.
The Direct Anterior Approach is a muscle-sparing method. By accessing the hip joint from the front of the leg, the surgeon gently separates the muscles rather than cutting them. This technique offers significant advantages:
- Faster recovery: Preserving the muscles means you regain strength and stability much sooner.
- Less post-operative pain: Patients typically require less pain medication following surgery.
- Shorter hospital stays: Almost all of our anterior approach patients leave hospital after one night, and a growing number return home on the day of their operation.
- Lower risk of dislocation: Keeping the supportive muscles intact provides greater immediate stability to the new joint.
- Bikini incision: Prof Field has refined his technique to use a groin crease incision that fades to become almost undetectable.
The UK’s Most Experienced Anterior Hip Replacement Team
Professor Field introduced the anterior approach hip replacement to the Lister Hospital in London in 2012. Since then, he has performed almost two thousand anterior hip replacements, making him the most experienced surgeon using this technique in the UK.
We combine this extensive surgical experience with the latest technological advancements. For specific anterior hip cases, our team utilises the Mako robotic-assisted system. This technology allows for highly accurate, patient-specific surgical planning and implant placement, optimising the reproducibility and longevity of your new joint.
When you choose The London Hip Practice, you receive world-class orthopaedic expertise tailored entirely to your lifestyle and recovery goals. We believe every patient should be given ample time to describe their symptoms and receive a clear explanation of all available treatment options, including the potential benefits and risks.
Your Recovery and Return to Normal Life
A diagnosis of severe hip osteoarthritis can feel like an immediate halt to your usual way of living, sports and even sleep. Our primary goal is to help you continue the life you want to live.
Because the anterior approach causes the least possible trauma to your tissues, the rehabilitation phase is significantly accelerated. Many of our patients find it easier to get in and out of bed immediately after surgery and are able to walk without aids within a few days. We support your recovery with a tailored physiotherapy programme, ensuring your muscles are strengthened safely and effectively.
Arrange a Consultation
You do not necessarily need a GP referral to book an initial private consultation, although your private medical insurer may require one if you intend to claim the cost of your treatment.
To discuss your symptoms, learn more about the anterior approach or secure an appointment with Prof Field, please get in touch with our team today.