Study of Two Surgical Approaches for Total Hip Arthroplasty

Prospective, Randomized Study of Two Surgical Approaches for Total Hip Arthroplasty

A prospective, comparative, randomized single surgeon study comparing minimally invasive total hip arthroplasty (MIS) via anterior approach to conventional total hip arthroplasty via anterolateral transgluteal approach.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the hip and have decided to undergo total hip arthroplasty
• Patients willing to sign the consent form

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patient is unwilling to sign the consent form
• Patient is involved in another study