Orthopaedics: Hip join surgeries, knee surgeries

Hip joint surgeries (cemented and uncemented prostheses, "Bilateral Hip Replacement")

The hip joint surgery involves removing the damaged hip joint and replacing it with endoprosthesis. Endoprostheses are made of very resistant, precious metals, plastics and ceramics. They are composed of two parts: an acetabular cup that is inserted in the pelvis and a head which is fixed in the femoral bone. Depending on the way of inserting the cup into the iliac bone (it is either cemented or screwed), two types of endoprostheses can be identified: uncemented (more expensive and resistant, used in younger patients) and cemented (cheaper option of lesser resistance, used in older patients).

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) is a novel procedure developed and promoted by British scientists. The head of the femoral bone is reinforced with a metal cap and the articular cavity is left untouched. This prosthetic method does not require removing natural bone parts of the hip joint, and helps restore natural movement in the hip.
This method was developed and promoted by British scientists.
The patient's hospitalisation including preoperative preparation for surgery, surgery itself and initial postoperative rehabilitation should not exceed 8 days.
The necessary follow-up of several weeks' rehabilitation may be commenced in one of our hospitals. Transport and accommodation will be arranged by the Clinic.

Knee joint surgeries

Arthroscopic treatments

Our clinic employs the latest modern endoscopic therapeutic methods using knee joint arthroscopy. It involves a micro-camera and surgical tools inserted into the interior of the joint in order to repair the damaged part of the knee. Recovery from knee arthroscopy is much faster than recovery from traditional open knee surgery.

Knee joint endoprostheses

We also implant knee joint endoprostheses made of highest quality materials and CE certified. The patient undergoing the surgery will stay in our hospital from 2 to 8 days. Our patients may receive follow-up rehabilitation in one of our Wrocław centres. The initial intensive rehabilitation takes about 14 days and involves specialised equipment. Patients are advised to continue rehabilitation after their return home.

Rehabilitation

We perform all medical services in the scope of kinesio- and physiotherapy. Our staff constantly improves their qualifications (PNF, McKenzie).