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Hip and pelvis
We offer hip treatments for people of all ages including hip impingement, hip replacements and revisions, using minimally invasive techniques to provide a faster recovery.
Your guide to hip conditions and treatment
The hip is one of the most stressed joints in our body because it’s in constant use. Whether we're walking, sitting or driving, the hip is key to movement and support. As soon as your hip joint starts to stiffen or cause pain, the natural reaction is to avoid using it as much, however, the hip becomes weaker through lack of movement. As the hip joint deteriorates the rest of your body load is often transferred to the lower back, knee and other hip - which helps to explain why you may be feeling pain in these areas too.
Meet our hip experts
Our hip consultants are located across our network of leading London hospitals: London Bridge Hospital, The Wellington Hospital in north London, The Princess Grace Hospital in central London and The Lister Hospital in Chelsea. Our paediatric orthopaedic consultants are based at The Portland Hospital for Women and Children, just south of Regent’s Park in London. And our specialist network also extends to just south of Manchester, at The Wilmslow Hospital in Cheshire and in the West Midlands, Birmingham at The Harborne Hospital.
Common hip conditions
Hip dysplasia
Hip dysplasia is a condition where the ball (femoral head) and socket (acetabulum) of the hip joint don't form properly. The socket is usually too shallow and the ball isn't held tightly in place, so the hip joint is less stable.
Hip arthritis
A common condition of the hip which affects men and women of all ages.
Tendonitis
Identifying possible causes of tendonitis and providing treatment options.
Common hip treatments
Hip Arthroscopy
This minimally invasive procedure offers an alternative to open techniques and can evaluate hip conditions such as labral tears, arthritis and chondral injuries.
Hip replacement surgery
An operation to replace a worn or damaged hip joint with an artificial one. Hip replacement surgery can bring you great relief from chronic hip pain and improve your mobility and quality of life.
Hip impingement surgery
Hip impingement surgery reshapes the bones of the hip joint to correct abnormal bone contact and reduce cartilage damage.
Patient experiences
How hip replacement changes after a decade: Eric’s story
Eric went from playing tennis frequently - and playing well - to barely being able to put his socks and shoes on in the morning.
Yvette's story: From back pain to hip replacement surgery
Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
73 year-old Michael, an avid walker and charity worker, was diagnosed with arthritis in January 2021. After facing long waiting times and increasing pain that was becoming more frequent, he started to look elsewhere for treatment.
Self-funding
Paying for your own treatment
For patients who are self-funding their hip replacement surgery, we offer two fixed price packages.To help with budgeting and bring you peace of mind before treatment, your consultant will advise you on whether you qualify and what the best surgical option may be for you as part of your treatment plan. Our treatment prices range from:
- Standard hip replacement including prosthesis: £14,626
- Robotic-assisted hip replacement or custom prosthesis: £16,171
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Book your appointment
To book your HCA UK appointment with one of our hip experts, you can call or book online using our consultant finder. Remember to have your referral letter to hand. If you have private medical insurance you will be prompted for your membership number and authorisation code. We’ll confirm your appointment on the phone or online. If you have any special requests we will get back to you via phone, email within 24 hours.