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Hip surgery

Hip pain can have many causes and can significantly affect daily life, work or sporting activities. In the Hip Surgery Department at Zuger Kantonsspital, we treat injuries and conditions of the hip joint using both surgical and non-surgical (conservative) methods.

From the initial assessment through to the choice of the most appropriate treatment and on to aftercare, we provide you with personalised support and tailor your treatment to your symptoms, your needs and your individual goals.

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Injuries and osteoarthritis of the hip joint

We treat acute injuries to the hip joint as well as symptoms caused by wear and tear and osteoarthritis.

Not every hip injury or case of osteoarthritis requires surgery. Where possible, we first try to alleviate the symptoms using non-surgical treatments and improve the function of the hip joint. These include, for example, physiotherapy, targeted exercise, medication or injections.

If surgery is advisable, we will discuss the various options with you and work with you to choose the treatment that best suits your individual situation.

Conservative or surgical: your personalised treatment plan

The right treatment does not depend solely on the results of an X-ray or MRI scan. The decisive factors are your symptoms, the function of your hip joint, your personal needs and your goals.

Following a thorough examination, we will discuss the possible treatment options with you. We will explain clearly the advantages and disadvantages of each procedure and what results can realistically be expected. Together, we will then determine the most suitable treatment plan for you.

Second opinion on hip surgery

Have you already been advised to have hip surgery and would you like to have this decision independently reviewed?

We would be happy to review your previous findings and imaging results, examine your hip and discuss the possible treatment alternatives with you. We will explain the benefits and risks of the various options so that you can make a well-informed decision.

Why choose Zuger Kantonsspital?

As a Kantonsspital, we are close to the people we treat – both geographically and in terms of personal contact. With us, you as a patient, with your specific concerns, are at the centre of our attention, and you can count on the professional expertise and personal commitment of our staff. Short distances, reliable points of contact and continuous care are just as much a matter of course for us as professional expertise of the highest standard.

Services

  • Hip joint replacement (minimally invasive)
  • Arthroscopic and open minimally invasive treatment for impingement
  • Exchange of hip joint implants
  • Treatment of hip joint implant infections
  • Hip arthroscopy
  • Fractures that have healed incorrectly or have not healed at all
  • Management of femoral head and femoral shaft fractures
  • Management of pelvic and acetabular fractures
  • Correction of misalignments in the thigh area
  • Conservative treatments for all types of fractures in the pelvic and hip regions

Further Information

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is surgery necessary for hip pain?

Surgery is considered if conservative treatments such as physiotherapy, medication or injections do not provide sufficient relief from the symptoms. Depending on the extent of the damage, either joint-preserving procedures or a hip replacement may be considered. We will make this decision together with you.

What is hip osteoarthritis?

In hip osteoarthritis, the articular cartilage in the hip joint gradually wears away. Typical symptoms include pain in the hip and groin, pain on starting to walk, and progressively reduced mobility. It is one of the most common degenerative conditions affecting the hip joint.

What treatments are available in hip surgery?

We offer the full range of treatments: from conservative therapies for hip and groin pain, through joint-preserving procedures, to joint replacement surgery using a hip prosthesis. We also treat fracture injuries resulting from accidents and joint infections.

What is the difference between joint-preserving and joint-replacement procedures?

In joint-preserving procedures, the patient’s own hip joint is preserved and repaired as far as possible. If the wear and tear is too advanced, a hip prosthesis replaces the joint either wholly or partially. The most suitable procedure depends on the individual’s condition.