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Patient-Specific Total Hip Replacement
Personalised planning and implant positioning for your unique anatomy
No two hips are exactly the same and that’s why patient-specific total hip replacement uses advanced planning tools to tailor the surgery to your unique anatomy. This modern approach combines detailed 3D imaging with surgical planning software to optimise implant selection, positioning, and alignment before your surgery takes place.
Dr Jason Hockings uses MyHip software to plan every total hip replacement. This allows for highly individualised care and aims to improve surgical accuracy, joint stability, and long-term function so, if you’re considering hip replacement, a patient-specific approach may offer extra peace of mind that your surgery is designed with you, and only you, in mind.
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What is patient-specific hip replacement?
Patient-specific hip replacement refers to the process of using 3D imaging and digital planning tools to design your hip replacement procedure around the exact shape and structure of your hip. Rather than taking a “one-size-fits-all” approach, Dr Hockings uses a CT scan of your pelvis and femur to build a detailed model of your joint. This allows for:
- Careful selection of implant size and orientation
- Accurate leg length correction
- Optimal joint mechanics and alignment
- Identification of any anatomical challenges before surgery begins
While the surgical steps remain the same, this customised planning supports greater precision and predictability.
Why individualised planning matters
Even small variations in hip anatomy, such as the angle of the pelvis, the shape of the femur, or previous injury, can affect how the implant performs. Poorly positioned implants may lead to discomfort, instability, or uneven leg length.
By planning the surgery in advance using 3D data, Dr Hockings can:
- Achieve better implant fit and alignment
- Reduce the risk of implant loosening or dislocation
- Minimise leg length discrepancy
- Make more informed intraoperative decisions
- Reduce reliance on estimates during surgery
This can be especially helpful for patients with complex anatomy, prior injury, or concerns about surgical precision.
What is MyHip planning software?
MyHip is an advanced pre-operative planning platform developed in Switzerland by Medacta, a global company known for innovation in orthopaedic technology. This software converts your CT scan into a detailed 3D model of your hip joint, enabling Dr Hockings to simulate your surgery in advance.
Using MyHip technolgy, Dr Hockings can:
- Plan for leg length restoration and offset
- Virtually position the prosthetic components
- Evaluate how the new joint will move
- Identify any bone loss or unusual anatomy
- Determine whether cemented or uncemented implants are best
This level of pre-operative detail supports greater control, improved accuracy, and reduced variability during the actual procedure, all tailored to your unique anatomy.
Benefits of a patient-specific approach
Using patient-specific planning with MyHip may offer several benefits, including:
- Improved implant positioning
- Greater surgical precision
- Reduced risk of leg length difference
- Enhanced joint function and mobility
- Lower risk of complications such as impingement or dislocation
- More predictable recovery
- Peace of mind that your surgery is tailored to you
These benefits can contribute to improved satisfaction and long-term implant performance and most patients undergoing total hip replacement with Dr Hockings will benefit from patient-specific planning.
Does the use of this technology cost more?
No, there is no additional cost to you as the patient for the use of MyHip planning software. Dr Hockings uses this technology routinely as part of his commitment to precise, patient-specific care. The planning software is part of the standard surgical process and is included in the overall preparation for your hip replacement. You will not be charged extra for this advanced imaging or planning, and it is used to support the best possible outcome based on your individual anatomy.
If you’re living with hip pain or stiffness that’s affecting your quality of life, a thorough assessment can help determine the cause and guide the right treatment path.
