http://www.openwetware.

org/wiki/Hip_Replacements,_by_Matthew_Osso

The hip is a major weight-bearing piece of the human body and therefore, any complications with it
must be seriously dealt with.

Any replacements for the hip must be very sturdy, but also flexible enough to allow the day to day
movement without causing constant pain to the patient.

Reasons for THR

Arthritis

Osteoarthritis

some hip fractures

rheumatoid arthritis,

bone tumors