Living with persistent hip pain can quickly wear you down both physically and mentally. If you’ve tried everything to relieve it but your hip pain persists, it might be time to explore total hip replacement, a procedure Dr. Sarkis Bedikian is renowned for in Southwest Illinois.
With more than 20 years of specialized orthopedic and reconstructive experience, fellowship-trained physician Dr. Bedikian is a top hip replacement surgeon in Palos Hills and Mokena, IL. He’s passionate about helping patients escape pain and reclaim mobility, and hip replacement is one of the best solutions for many struggling patients.
Our patients often ask Dr. Bedikian, “How do I know when it’s time to think about hip replacement?” This month’s blog explains some of the signs to look for.
Common Signs You May Need Hip Replacement
Certain symptoms suggest a hip replacement could be the solution:
- Persistent Unrelieved Pain: Chronic hip pain that worsens with activity or at night is a major indicator that it might be time to consider surgery. Most people who are good hip replacement candidates have tried conservative avenues like physical therapy, oral medication, or corticosteroid injections but still experience persistent pain.
- Difficulty Moving: If you have trouble with normal, routine movements like walking or climbing stairs, bending down to tie your shoes, or even sitting for long periods, your hip joints aren’t supporting you properly, and it might be time to consider a hip replacement.
- Can’t Bear Weight: If you can’t bear full weight on the affected side of your body but can do so on the opposite side, it may be a sign of progressing hip damage.
- Unwanted Life Changes: This is one of the biggest factors for many of our patients when they decide to have a hip replacement. If your daily routines change in unwanted ways because of hip issues, it might be time to assess how damaging this is for your life. Maybe you’re skipping your exercise class, avoiding places that have stairs, or missing special moments with your loved ones because of hip pain and stiffness. No matter what the changes are, if you’d rather go back to before the hip problems started, you could be a great candidate for a total hip replacement.
Dr. Bedikian evaluates each patient to determine whether total hip replacement is the best option, using cutting-edge technology and techniques to deliver personalized care.
Life After a Total Hip Replacement
One of the most encouraging and exciting aspects of a total hip replacement is the potential for a better quality of life. With proper care and adherence to Dr. Bedikian’s detailed post-op guidelines, many patients experience:
- Relief From Chronic Pain
- Improved Mobility
- A More Active Lifestyle
Dr. Bedikian uses the most advanced approaches, including robotic-assisted hip replacement, to place implants with smaller incisions, more precision, less pain, and a faster recovery. This means you could enjoy a whole new life in a few months or less!
Total Hip Replacement Consultations: Palos Hills and Mokena, IL
Hate hip pain? We understand, and we’re here to help you fight back and win. Call 708-237-7200 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Sarkis Bedikian in Palos Hills or Mokena, IL.
