Turkey is an excellent choice as a destination to have hip replacement surgery. The country’s healthcare standards have risen steadily with its aspirations to join the European Union, and the country is clearly ahead of many EU members with respect to various aspects of its medical services. Costs are well below those for similar services in the West, English is widely spoken among the educated class, and many hospitals have international accreditations such as Joint Commission International, that certify an American-level standard of care. Patients who have chosen to have hip replacement surgery and other orthopedic procedures often observe that they receive warmer and more personal attention than they have at hospitals in the UK and USA.Total hip replacement may be a suitable option for patients with severe hip damage and chronic hip pain. Hip replacements in Turkey and elsewhere tend to have a high rate of success in terms of restoring pain free living. People with prosthetic hips can walk without a cane, play non-impact sports and function normally.Patients should be prepared to stay 7-10 days in the vicinity of the hospital when undergoing a hip operation. Treatment will begin with a pre-op exam to confirm the necessity of the operation, which may take place as early as the next day. The patient must abstain from food and water beginning the night before the procedure.
During the operation, an incision is made on the outer aspect of the hip, 4-6 inches down the length of the leg. The top end of the thigh bone is removed and a ball on a stem is placed into it. The hip socket is hollowed out to make a shallow cup and an artificial socket is placed into it. The artificial part of the thigh bone can then fit into this socket. The prosthetic is usually made from cobalt chrome and titanium.
After the operation, physiotherapy is required regularly. The stitches from the incision can be removed about 2 weeks after the operation. The tissues around the hip will take about 2-3 months to heal, during which time you should be careful not to exert too much stress on it, especially when getting up off the floor or out of low chair.
Those coming to Turkey for a hip replacement can expect to find a very modern and advanced healthcare and tourism infrastructure. Although the required rest and relaxation after the procedure tend to prohibit tourist activities that require mobility, patients can still enjoy world-renowned Turkish cuisine, and do some memorable sightseeing by car. If in Istanbul, sites such as the Bosphorus straight, the ancient city walls and the seemingly unending number of beautifully constructed Mosques can be comfortably appreciated with the help of a knowledgeable driver.
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