Hip dysplasia is a congenital malformation of the hip joint in which the hip socket has not developed properly or does not fit properly into the hip socket. This condition affects both children and adults and can cause a variety of symptoms, including pain, stiffness, hip joint instability, and gait problems. For many people with hip dysplasia, hip arthroplasty can be a life-changing solution to relieve pain and restore function to the hip joint.

The challenges of hip dysplasia

For people with hip dysplasia, even simple everyday activities can become a challenge. Pain and stiffness in the hip area can limit mobility and interfere with daily life. Without proper treatment, hip dysplasia can worsen over time and lead to further complications.

The importance of short-stem prostheses for hip dysplasia

Short-stem prostheses are a special type of hip replacement designed to better reproduce the anatomy of the hip joint and improve stability. Compared to conventional hip prostheses, short-stem prostheses are shorter and adapt better to the natural shape of the hip joint. This can be particularly beneficial for people with hip dysplasia, as they often have unstable hip joint anatomy.

Advantages of short-stem prostheses for hip dysplasia

1. Improved stability : One of the main complications of hip dysplasia is instability of the hip joint. Short-stem prostheses can help improve hip joint stability and reduce the risk of dislocations.
2. Smaller incisions and less tissue trauma : The minimally invasive nature of short-stem prostheses allows for smaller incisions and less tissue trauma during surgery. This can lead to a faster recovery and a lower risk of complications.
3. Adaptation to the anatomy : Short-stem prostheses are designed to better adapt to the individual anatomy of the hip joint. This can help achieve better hip joint function and reduce the risk of implant malpositioning.

Conclusion

For people with hip dysplasia, short-stem prostheses can be a life-changing solution to relieve pain and restore function to the hip joint. By improving stability, shortening recovery time and adapting to the individual anatomy of the hip joint, short stem prostheses can help improve the lives of people with hip dysplasia and increase their quality of life.

If you need more information or would like to find out whether short-stem prostheses are the right option for you, please contact Prof. Kutzner at ENDOPROTHETICUM.