At Wells Health, we offer some of the latest hip replacement techniques and expert aftercare in East Sussex, Greater London and Kent.

Our hip replacement surgery replaces worn or damaged hip joints with artificial joints to relieve pain and help you get back to your everyday life.

Questions about hip replacement surgery

  • What is the typical length of hospital stay?
    1 - 3 days
  • How long is the procedure?
    60 - 90 minutes
  • What type of anaesthetic is used?
    General, spinal or epidural
  • Am I able to self-fund?
    Yes, you can speak to a member of our team by calling us or completing our enquiry form. They will outline guide costs and, if you have a quote for elsewhere, will make sure we price match or come out more affordable.
  • Would this procedure be covered by health insurance?
    Yes, our we are recognised by most insurance providers along with our consultants. This means that from your first appointment through to discharge your pathway would be with us.

 

Why Wells Health?

  • Fast access to treatment when you need it
  • Consultants who are experts in their field
  • Clear, simple pricing and flexible payment options
  • Added level of safety: with access to specialist facilities that such as high dependency and critical care in case of emergencies


What to expect

When you choose Wells Health for your hip replacement surgery, our team of orthopaedic (bone and muscle) surgeons can offer you a personal treatment plan.

We serve local areas of Kent and East Sussex. If you live in these areas, you can easily access our dedicated nurses and physiotherapists after your surgery.

 

Procedures offered for hip replacement at Wells Health

At Wells Health, we have wide experience in hip replacement surgery in our clean, modern facilities. We offer some of the latest surgical innovations, which may be beneficial to some patients. These include:

  • Anterior hip replacement surgery, when incisions are made in the front of the hip, resulting in less pain and faster recovery than with traditional surgery
  • Bilateral hip replacement, when both hips are replaced at the same time.

Laminar flow operating theatres regulate air flow to minimise the risk of infection.

 

Our consultants

 

Preparing for your hip replacement at Wells Health 

Your consultations

All of your consultations will take place in one of our accessible private rooms, so don’t worry if you have pain when walking. During your consultations, we'll:

  • Ask about your medical history
  • Say whether you need blood tests, an X-ray, and/or an MRI or CT scan so they can examine your hip in more detail
  • Tell you about the different types of artificial hip joints – also called a prosthesis – as well as the surgical methods
  • Explain about the different anaesthetic options
  • Discuss the potential risks and complications and how they may affect you
  • Give you a chance to ask any questions you have about your surgery.

Once you’ve decided to go ahead with hip surgery, your consultant and physiotherapist will explain your recovery plan. Both your initial consultation and tests at this stage are charged separately to the cost of any treatment needed.


Your procedure

You should be with us for around two days.

You’ll meet your consultant and surgical team who’ll prepare you for your operation. If you’ve come with a friend or family member, they’re welcome to wait while you have your operation.

Anaesthetic options

You’ll probably have a spinal anaesthetic, where you’re numb from the waist down. Your anaesthetist can also give you sedatives to help you relax during the operation.

During your operation

Your consultant will make the necessary incisions and begin to remove worn or damaged areas of your hip joint. They’ll then fit your new hip and close your incisions. The operation should take between an hour and an hour and a half.

 

Your recovery

Your private room

After your hip replacement procedure, you’ll stay in one of our private rooms for a night or two. Our ward staff will always be around to make sure you’re comfortable. All our large private rooms include:

  • En-suite
  • Personal nurse call system
  • Satellite TV
  • Telephone
  • WiFi

What happens next

You’ll receive pain relief medication to help you recover in comfort. Your physiotherapist will get you moving as soon as you feel ready and will provide exercises to help you make the most of your hip replacement.

When you’re ready, your physiotherapist will help you walk again and provide exercises to boost your recovery.

Although everybody’s different and you should always follow your consultant’s advice, here’s a typical recovery timeline for knee replacement surgery:

 

Treatment and recovery timeline

•    1 - 2 days - Walk with support and help from a physiotherapist or healthcare professional
•    2 - 3 days - You'll be able to leave hospital
•    1 - 2 weeks - Walking more using a walking aid
•    2 - 6 weeks - Gradually able to do more exercises
•    6 - 8 weeks - Able to drive
•    12 weeks - Return to work and your usual activities