Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the synovial membrane lining the hip joint. This results in chronic inflammation, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness in the hip, which can significantly impair mobility and quality of life. Unlike osteoarthritis, which is caused by wear and tear, RA can affect individuals of any age and often involves multiple joints.
The exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) remains unknown, but it involves a complex interaction of genetic, environmental, and hormonal factors. Individuals with a family history of RA are at higher risk of developing the disease. Environmental factors, such as smoking and exposure to certain viruses or bacteria, may trigger the condition in genetically predisposed individuals. Hormonal changes or imbalances may also play a role, as RA is more common in women than in men.
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Treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) aims to manage symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. Initial approaches include medication, lifestyle modifications, and physiotherapy. For patients with severe hip joint damage that does not respond to conservative treatments, surgical hip replacement may be considered.
At the Hanche Genou Clinic, our expert surgeons, Dr. Yves Laflamme and Dr. Hai Nguyen, offer hip replacement surgery to help patients regain their mobility and quality of life. During this procedure, the damaged or diseased hip joint is replaced with an artificial joint called a prosthesis. The surgery creates a new joint that functions properly and prevents the bones from rubbing against each other — the primary cause of pain and stiffness associated with rheumatoid arthritis.
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