What is it?
Hip resurfacing caps the femoral head with a smooth metal surface instead of removing it — preserving more natural bone.
Best suited for active patients under 60 with strong bone, resurfacing maintains the natural hip biomechanics, allows return to high-impact activity and makes future revision surgery easier.
Symptoms — when do you need it?
Active patients with hip arthritis or AVN who want to retain near-normal function are ideal candidates.
- Hip pain in younger or active patients
- Early-stage arthritis or AVN
- Strong bone quality on imaging
- Desire to return to high-impact activity
- Failed conservative treatment
- Limited motion despite physiotherapy
The procedure
Approximately 90–120 minutes under spinal or general anaesthesia.
- 3D imaging and personalised resurfacing plan
- Small incision via posterior or anterior approach
- Femoral head reshaped — not removed
- Robotic arm guides cap and cup placement
- Wound closed; rapid mobilisation begins
Benefits
Preserves natural bone, restores near-normal motion and supports an active lifestyle.
- Maximum bone preservation
- Near-normal hip biomechanics
- Return to running and sport possible
- Lower dislocation risk
- Easier future revision
- Long implant life in right candidates
Recovery timeline
Walk in 24 hours, sport in 3–6 months.
Procedure completed in 60–120 minutes.
Stand and take a few assisted steps.
Walk independently with support and go home.
Climb stairs and resume light daily activity.
Drive, work, walk long distances comfortably.
Return to sports, travel and high-activity life.
Total Hip Resurfacing cost in Delhi NCR
Robotic hip resurfacing in Delhi NCR ranges from ₹4 – ₹6.5 lakh.
Cost depends on implant brand, hospital and complexity. Most insurance plans cover hip resurfacing.
Most major insurance plans (cashless) accepted. Final cost depends on implant brand, hospital and complexity.