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 lead to a variety of symptoms, including pain, stiffness, instability of the hip joint, and gait disorders. For many people with hip dysplasia, a hip replacement can be a life-changing solution to relieve pain and restore hip joint function.

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 affect daily life. Without proper treatment, hip dysplasia can worsen over time and lead to further complications.

The significance of short-stem prostheses in hip dysplasia

Short stem prostheses are a special type of hip arthroplasty 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 an unstable hip joint anatomy.

Benefits of Short Stem Prostheses in Hip Dysplasia

1. Improved Stability: One of the main complications in hip dysplasia is the instability of the hip joint. Short stem prostheses can help improve the stability of the hip joint 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 faster recovery and a lower risk of complications.
3. Adaptation to anatomy: Short stem prostheses are designed to better adapt to the individual anatomy of the hip joint. This can help to achieve better function of the hip joint 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 hip joint function. 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 want to find out if short-stem prostheses are the right option for you, please contact Prof. Kutzner at ENDOPROTHETICUM.