TOTAL HIP ARTHROPLASTY (THA)

This study looked at how well a short stem hip replacement stays in place in people with a wider thigh bone canal (DORR Type C). 108 participants who had this surgery were followed to measure any sinking of the implant and to track their pain and function. The goal was to see if …

This study compared two types of hip replacement surgery in active elderly patients who broke their hip. One group received a total hip replacement (replacing the ball and socket), while the other had a partial replacement (replacing only the ball). The goal was to see which surg…

This study tested whether GPT-4, an AI language model, can diagnose and recommend treatments for failed hip replacements as well as human surgeons. Researchers presented 20 anonymized patient cases to GPT-4 and three surgeons with different experience levels. The goal is to see i…

This study looked at whether extra education (online or a brochure) helps people recover better after total hip replacement. 39 adults who had hip surgery were split into three groups: online education, brochure, or usual care. Researchers measured pain, physical function, qualit…

This study tested a special insole that measures foot pressure to help people walk better after hip replacement surgery. 200 adults were split into four groups: some used the smart insole with real-time feedback, some without feedback, some used a different device, and some had s…

This study tested whether adding dexamethasone or magnesium sulfate to a standard numbing drug (bupivacaine) could provide longer pain relief after total hip replacement. 66 adults received an ultrasound-guided nerve block before surgery. The main goal was to see how long it took…

This study tested whether showing patients a short video about moving after hip replacement surgery could reduce their fear of movement and pain. 96 adults scheduled for hip replacement were split into two groups: one got the usual verbal instructions, and the other also watched …

This study looks at how physically active people are 15 years after hip replacement or hip resurfacing surgery. Researchers asked 32 patients who had surgery in 2007-2008 to wear small activity trackers on their wrist and thigh for a few days and fill out a questionnaire. The goa…

This study compared two types of surgical retractors used during hip replacement surgery to see if one caused fewer infections. 144 patients were randomly assigned to receive either a Charnley retractor or an Alexis O-Ring retractor. The researchers took tissue samples during sur…

This study tested a device called NaviFast 6D, a miniature measuring arm used during hip replacement surgery to help surgeons check leg length and hip offset. Researchers compared measurements from the device to standard X-ray measurements in 84 adults undergoing hip replacement.…

This study looked at whether using a nerve block (numbing the leg) instead of general anesthesia (being put to sleep) helps older patients recover faster after total hip replacement. Researchers reviewed records of 516 patients over age 60 who had hip surgery. They compared early…