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Replacement  What is hip replacement?  A hip replacement
procedure replaces a diseased or injured hip with an artificial
joint called a prosthesis. This artificial joint can be made of
metal, plastic or ceramic. This new hip will act just like a
normal hip.  Who should have a hip replacement?  Hip replacement
surgery may be considered when pain or loss of movement limits
your everyday activities such as walking, bending or when
stiffness in your hip limits your ability to move or lift your
leg.  Will my hip replacement be cemented?  Hip replacements may
be successfully performed with all cemented components as well
as with a combination of uncemented and cemented components.
Your surgeon will discuss which technique is appropriate for
you.  Is there an alternative to hip replacement?  Hip
replacement may be recommended only after careful diagnosis of
your joint problem. You may benefit from surgery only if you
have little pain relief from anti-inflamma