Reference

The Hipster Dictionary

Hip Replacement Language, Translated Into English.

Every term your surgeon uses — explained plainly, with what it means for you.

A

Abductor Muscles

Anatomy

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A

Acetabulum

Anatomy

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A

Acetabular Cup

Implants

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A

Anesthesia

Surgery

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A

Anterior Approach

Surgical Approaches

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A

Arthroplasty

Surgery

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A

Arthroscopy

Surgery

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A

Avascular Necrosis (AVN)

Hip Conditions

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B

Bearing Surface

Implants

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B

Blood Clot (DVT)

Complications

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C

Cement vs. Cementless Fixation

Implants

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C

Ceramic

Implants

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C

Cobalt-Chrome

Implants

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C

Computer-Assisted Navigation

Surgery

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D

Dislocation

Complications

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E

Early Mobilization

Recovery

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F

Femoral Head

Anatomy

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F

Femoral Stem

Implants

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G

Gait Training

Physical Therapy

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H

Harris Hip Score

Research

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H

Hip Labrum

Anatomy

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H

Hip Precautions

Recovery

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I

Implant Longevity

Implants

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I

Infection

Complications

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L

Lateral Approach

Surgical Approaches

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M

Metal-on-Metal (MoM)

Implants

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O

Osseointegration

Implants

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O

Osteoarthritis

Hip Conditions

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P

Periprosthetic Joint Infection (PJI)

Complications

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P

Physical Therapy (PT)

Recovery

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P

Polyethylene

Implants

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P

Posterior Approach

Surgical Approaches

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P

Prehab

Recovery

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R

Range of Motion (ROM)

Recovery

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R

Revision Surgery

Surgery

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R

Robotic Surgery

Surgery

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S

Spinal Anesthesia

Surgery

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T

Titanium

Implants

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T

Total Hip Replacement (THR)

Surgery

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T

Trendelenburg Gait

Recovery

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W

WOMAC Score

Research

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X

X-Ray (Radiograph)

Imaging

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The Hipster Dictionary is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your orthopedic surgeon and healthcare team for guidance specific to your situation.