Product Overview
-The Direct Anterior approach for total hip
arthroplasty is becoming an increasingly popular
technique. Potential benefits to the patient include
faster recovery and lack of the need for typical range-
of-motion restrictions. Component positioning can
potentially be optimized with the aid of intraoperative
fluoroscopy, which is facilitated by the supine
positioning of the patient.
-One of the biggest advantages of the Direct Anterior
approach over traditional surgical approaches is the
visualization during the surgery. This is because in the
Direct Anterior approach, unlike traditional surgical
approaches, the incision is made in the front (anterior)
of the hip joint between muscles allowing clear access
for the procedure.
Key aspects
-Lower dislocation rate than traditional approaches1-4
-Posterior capsule and external rotators are left intact
-Component placement with visualization
-Faster rehabilitation than traditional approaches
-More patients discharged home after surgery5-7
-Less use of assistive devices after surgery (ex. cane, walker)7-9
-Less pain medication required6-8
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