Had both hips replaced Anterior method. Only way to go. No cutting of the muscles like side entry. Quick recovery. Climbed set of emergency exit stairs in the hospital day or two after surgery.
Not every Orthopedic has the education or training yet. More advanced, modern method in the U.S. Think it began in the U.K. years ago.
Advice: be selective, Surgeon qualifications most important, get their background info., medical school, experience, etc.
Hospital requires special surgical table to perform anterior operation, not all have. Must have this table and the special boots during surgery. Read on-line about the surgery.
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