Hip replacement & Cerebral Palsy - Cerebral Palsy Message Board

CPQUESTION · 07-07-2005, 04:24 PM

Hi I am a 33yr old male with CP. My main problem is a dislocation of the left hip which is slightly subluxated. My doctors here in Ireland are somewhat reluctant to give me a total hip replacemnet as they say that the spasticity of the muscles will interfere with the surgery thereby contributing to a loosening of the artificial hip joint.

I am most anxious to know of any latest research into this problem. How can the spasticity issue be addressed effectively? Are there case studies of people with CP who have had a hip replacement and if so what are the results? Also how long can a new hip last in someone with CP? Would it be longer than normal(ie person with CP will not be as active as an able bodied person). Are ceramic hips the better option here as opposed to the conventional metal on metal or metal on plastic?

Any information would be most welcome as I am anxious to reach a resolution to this problem and lead an independent life.

Thanks,
Kevin

balleteach · 07-07-2005, 07:14 PM

Kevin, I just happened to see your post. Go to the hip/knee replacement board and ask your questions. There is so much info there and we are all very willing to try and answer any questions. Hopefully, you will get some answers for your questions. If you read some of the past posts, you will learn a lot about THR. Your situation will be different with CP, but someone might be able to help you. Good luck and I hope to see you on the other board....balleteach

DX- · 07-07-2005, 07:48 PM

Hi Kevin,

IN addition to the hip and knee replacement board, you would do best to post on the Cerebral Palsy board. The folks who post to that board may have had the same question as you previously and might be able to help you.

Also, use your keywords and put them into a search engine like google. CP, hip replacement -- there are likely research papers and medical discussions you can find online.

I'm going to transfer your post to the CP board. Good luck with your search and your surgery.