Hip fractures and degenerative hip disorders such as osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis (AVN), and inflammatory arthritis are becoming increasingly common among older adults, often leaving them with severe pain, difficulty walking, and dependence on family members for even basic daily activities. While medications and physiotherapy may provide temporary relief in some cases, advanced joint damage often requires hip replacement surgery to restore mobility and quality of life.

A team led by Dr Srisanat Rao, robotic knee & hip replacement surgeon, Zynova Shalby Multispeciality Hospital, Ghatkopar, Mumbai, successfully treated an elderly woman with a hip fracture using the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA), a modern muscle-sparing hip replacement technique. The advanced procedure enabled her to recover rapidly, regain her independence, and start walking within just 48 hours of surgery.