The direct anterior approach for hip replacement is a new, minimally-invasive and rapid recovery technique. Unlike other approaches, this surgery is performed without detaching any of the stabilizing muscles around the hip, leading to a potentially faster recovery.

Advantages to this approach can include:

• Shorter hospital stay
• Smaller Incision
• Shorter recovery time
• Less risk of dislocation
• No hip precautions after surgery
• Minimal scarring

Dr. Konopka performs the direct anterior approach to hip replacement at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover and at Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Call for an appointment to find out if you are a candidate for this innovative surgical technique.