Hip Replacement vs Other Options: How to Decide
Short answer: Before hip replacement, less invasive options are usually considered: conservative treatment in early stages; a prosthesis when the pain is disabling. The final decision is made by the specialist based on your case.
Are there alternatives to hip replacement? Sometimes there are.
Options
Conservative treatment in early stages; a prosthesis when the pain is disabling.
When surgery is preferred
When symptoms persist, there is risk, or conservative options fail. The specialist decides the indication; results vary from person to person.