Hip replacement can reduce pain and restore useful movement for selected people with significant hip-joint disease. The decision is based on symptoms and function, clinical examination, imaging, health status and personal priorities. The objective is a safer, more active life—not a promise of a perfect or permanent joint.
YOUR SURGEON
Who treats this at Lotus
Orthopaedics
Dr. Sridhar Reddy
Also listed as Dr. Shridhar Reddy
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MS (Ortho), FIAS
- Experience
- 19 years
- Fee
- ₹700
- Languages
- English
- Registration
- KMC 70540
★ 97% (2674 votes) on Practo
Joint pain · Back and neck pain · Sports and activity-related injuries · Musculoskeletal injuries
Orthopaedics
Dr. Srinivas Reddy G.
Also listed as Dr. Srinivas Reddy
- Qualifications
- D.Ortho, DNB (Ortho)
- Experience
- 21 years
- Fee
- ₹700
- Languages
- English
- Registration
- KMC 55782
Trauma and fractures · Joint replacement (arthroplasty) · Arthroscopic surgery · Sports injuries and sports medicine
Orthopaedics
Dr. K. N. Srinivas
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MS (Ortho), D.Ortho
- Experience
- 38 years
- Fee
- ₹700
- Languages
- English
- Registration
- KMC 23471
Joint replacement · Knee pain and osteoarthritis · Hip pain and arthritis · Back pain
Orthopaedics
Dr. Ganesh
- Fee
- ₹700
Knee pain and swelling · Knee injury · Knee osteoarthritis · Lower-back pain
COST IN BANGALORE
How much does hip replacement surgery cost in Bangalore?
₹1,50,000 to ₹6,00,000Bengaluru market range · HexaHealth — Total hip replacement cost in Bangalore ↗ · as of 2026-10-14
Typical hospital stay: 2 to 6 days
Bengaluru market estimate for total hip replacement, as published by HexaHealth (lowest ₹1,50,000, average ₹2,75,000, highest ₹6,00,000). Sources differ: Ditto quotes ₹3,15,000 to ₹3,50,000 for Bangalore, so the wide range reflects implant, technique and hospital variation. HexaHealth lists both a 2 to 4 day and a 4 to 6 day stay. This is not a Lotus quote. Ask the Lotus team for an itemised estimate for your case and insurance.
What is included, excluded and what changes the price →INSURANCE & CASHLESS
Using health insurance at Lotus
Lotus works with health insurers and TPAs for cashless and reimbursement claims. Share your policy details before a planned admission and the care team checks eligibility and pre-authorisation for you.
Who may benefit
Persistent groin or hip pain, stiffness, night pain, reduced walking and difficulty with footwear, stairs or daily care are common reasons for assessment. Osteoarthritis is frequent, but inflammatory disease, previous fracture, osteonecrosis and other conditions can also damage the joint.
Non-surgical options are considered first when appropriate. Surgery becomes reasonable when symptoms remain unacceptable and the expected improvement outweighs the person’s medical and surgical risks.
- Pain linked to hip-joint disease
- Meaningful loss of mobility or independence
- Imaging consistent with symptoms
- Conservative options considered
- Health optimisation is possible
- Recovery support is available
Planning the procedure
Assessment covers anaesthesia, medicines, infection risk, diabetes, heart and lung health, clot history and previous operations. The surgeon discusses surgical approach and implant considerations in the context of anatomy and experience rather than marketing one technique as universally superior.
Prepare the home to reduce falls, arrange transport and clarify when help is needed. Follow exact fasting and medication instructions.
- Medical and anaesthetic review
- Current imaging and leg-length assessment
- Blood-thinner plan
- Fall-risk and home preparation
- Implant and approach discussion
- Consent and financial estimate
Benefits, risks and recovery
Many patients experience substantial pain relief and improved walking, but recovery takes time. Risks include infection, clot, dislocation, fracture, nerve or vessel injury, leg-length difference, persistent pain, wear and revision.
Rehabilitation focuses on safe movement, walking, strength and daily activities while respecting procedure-specific precautions. Return to driving, work and exercise varies; ask for functional criteria rather than relying only on a calendar date.
- Pain-control strategy
- Early mobilisation
- Dislocation precautions when advised
- Progressive strength and balance
- Wound and clot warning signs
- Long-term implant review
Questions to take to consultation
Ask whether the hip is the main source of pain, what alternatives remain, what improvement is likely and which risks are increased by your health history. Understand expected stay, walking aids, home support and the plan if recovery is slower than expected.
- How certain is the diagnosis?
- Why surgery now?
- Which approach is planned and why?
- What precautions apply?
- When can daily activities resume?
- Who coordinates rehabilitation?
Medical information is general and does not replace an individual consultation.
PATIENT QUESTIONS
Hip Replacement Surgery: questions patients ask
When is hip replacement surgery needed?
Hip replacement is considered when arthritis, avascular necrosis or other hip-joint damage causes persistent pain, stiffness and difficulty walking, putting on shoes or sleeping despite non-surgical care. It is also used for some hip fractures in older adults. The decision combines symptoms, examination, imaging and your general health.
What is the difference between total and partial hip replacement?
A total hip replacement replaces both the ball (femoral head) and the socket (acetabulum), while a partial replacement, or hemiarthroplasty, replaces only the ball. Partial replacement is mainly used for certain hip fractures. Your surgeon will explain which is suitable based on the cause of the problem, your activity level and bone quality.
How long is the hospital stay and recovery after hip replacement?
Most patients stay in hospital for a few days; published Bengaluru estimates cite roughly two to six days. Walking with support usually starts within a day or two. Many people manage light daily activities within about six weeks, and recovery of strength and confidence continues for several months with regular exercises.
What are the risks of hip replacement?
Risks include infection, blood clots, dislocation of the new joint, a difference in leg length, nerve injury, fracture around the implant, and loosening or wear that may need revision in future. Following movement precautions and your exercise plan reduces some risks. Your surgeon should discuss your personal risk before you consent.
How should I prepare for hip replacement surgery?
Expect blood tests, an ECG, an anaesthetic review and checks for infection. Keep diabetes and blood pressure under control, stop smoking and ask which medicines to pause. At home, arrange a raised seat, clear walkways and help for the first weeks, and practise using a walker or crutches if possible.
How much does hip replacement cost in Bangalore?
Hip replacement costs vary with the implant type, surgical approach, room category and stay. Published Bengaluru market estimates are a useful starting point, but they vary between sources and hospitals. For your own estimate, consult a Lotus orthopaedic surgeon and ask for a written, itemised quote.
Is hip replacement covered by health insurance?
Most health policies cover medically necessary hip replacement, though waiting periods, room-rent limits and implant sub-limits can apply. Lotus works with many insurers and TPAs; share your policy details with the care team before admission so eligibility and pre-authorisation can be checked, and confirm cashless approval in advance.
How do I consult a hip replacement surgeon at Lotus?
Book online with an orthopaedic surgeon listed on the Orthopaedics page, send a WhatsApp message, or call the care team on +91 80505 98999. Bring X-rays, MRI or CT reports and your medicine list. The surgeon will assess whether replacement is appropriate now and discuss the alternatives.
LOCATION & DIRECTIONS
Getting to Lotus Hospital, HSR Layout
Lotus Multi Speciality Hospital
2361, 24th Main Road, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560102
Near Bangalore One, HSR Layout 1st Sector
Open 24 hours, 7 days · OPD timings vary by doctor
Lotus is on 24th Main Road in Sector 1, near Bangalore One. Autos and cabs can drop at the entrance on 24th Main.
Head into HSR Sector 1 from the Agara Lake side of the Outer Ring Road and continue to 24th Main Road.
Take the Sarjapur Road or 27th Main HSR approach towards Sector 1, then turn onto 24th Main Road.
Travel along the Outer Ring Road towards Agara, enter HSR Layout Sector 1 and continue to 24th Main Road.
Use the Outer Ring Road from Silk Board towards HSR Layout and turn into Sector 1.
Cross from Hosur Road into HSR Layout through the Sector 7 side and continue north to Sector 1.
Come towards Agara and the Outer Ring Road junction, then into HSR Layout Sector 1.
Take Hosur Road to Silk Board, then the Outer Ring Road into HSR Layout. Best for planned visits.
Travel time changes with traffic. Check live directions before you leave and allow time for registration.