When it comes to hip replacement surgery, there are a number of procedure options and only your doctor can tell you which is right for you. Age, activity level, Body Mass Index, etc. are all factors in determining which hip replacement you will be best suited for.Traditional surgery involves an 8-12 inch incision on the side or back of your leg. The Anterior procedure uses a 3-6 inch incision on the front of your leg. This allows your surgeon to have an optimized view of your hip joint during surgery.Listen in as Dennis Beck, MD, explains the advantages for the patient when receiving an Anterior Hip Replacement.
