Direct Anterior
Hip Replacement

A muscle-sparing, front-of-hip approach supported by robotic technology to help achieve precise implant positioning.

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Why Patients Choose the Direct Anterior Approach

Patients undergoing the direct anterior approach at Pathway Surgery may notice

Muscle-sparing

Precise surgical planning

Smaller incisions

Manageable recovery process

Ability to walk with support

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How Is the Procedure Performed?

Direct anterior hip replacement is a minimally invasive technique where the surgeon accesses the hip joint from the front of the body, sparing major muscles. This may assist with:

Surgical planning

Hip pain management

Recovery approach planning

Damaged joint surfaces are replaced with durable artificial implants, tailored to your anatomy for long-term performance.

How Is the Procedure Performed?

Direct anterior hip replacement is a minimally invasive technique where the surgeon accesses the hip joint from the front of the body, sparing major muscles. This may assist with:

Surgical planning

Hip pain management

Recovery approach planning

Damaged joint surfaces are replaced with durable artificial implants, tailored to your anatomy for long-term performance.

Advanced Surgical Technology

Hana® Orthopedic Surgery Table

Used to precisely position your leg during surgery, without cutting through muscle.

The Hana Table enables:

Smaller incisions
Better implant positioning
Faster return to walking

Zimmer Biomet ROSA® Hip Robotic Platform

Robotic precision tailored to your unique anatomy.
The ROSA® Hip system helps your surgeon:

Map out your surgery in advance
Use real-time intraoperative data
Place the implant with sub-millimeter accuracy

This technology leads to improved alignment, balance, and joint longevity.

What Is the Hip Joint, and Why Is It Important?

The hip is a ball-and-socket joint, where the top of the thigh bone (femur) fits into the pelvis. It’s surrounded by cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and muscles—all working together to allow:

Smooth walking and bending

Stable standing and sitting

Weight-bearing and balance

When damaged by arthritis, injury, or overuse, the joint becomes painful and stiff, limiting your ability to move freely.
Direct anterior hip replacement is a modern, muscle-sparing approach to relieving hip pain and restoring movement.

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Credible Specialists

Over 20 years of experience in orthopedics.

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Over 20 years of experience in orthopedics.

Credible Specialists

Over 20 years of experience in orthopedics.

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A personalized, tailored and timely delivery of care to our clients.

Healthcare Reimangined

A personalized, tailored and timely delivery of care to our clients.

Healthcare Reimangined

A personalized, tailored and timely delivery of care to our clients.

Technology-Driven Care

Utilizing innovative technologies such as robotics, navigation and biologics for more effective and patient centred care.

Technology-Driven Care

Utilizing innovative technologies such as robotics, navigation and biologics for more effective and patient centred care.

Technology-Driven Care

Utilizing innovative technologies such as robotics, navigation and biologics for more effective and patient centred care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hip replacement surgery is considered when hip joint damage begins limiting daily activities, mobility, and comfort. These FAQs help patients understand the consultation process, surgical approaches, preparation steps, and what to expect when seeking private orthopedic care in Montreal or from anywhere across Canada.

What services do you offer?

How do surgeons determine if hip replacement is needed?

What is the direct anterior approach?

Do I need a referral to book a hip replacement consultation?

Can I start with a virtual consultation?

Do you assist patients traveling from out of province?

What should I expect after my surgery day is confirmed?

What services do you offer?

How do surgeons determine if hip replacement is needed?

What is the direct anterior approach?

Do I need a referral to book a hip replacement consultation?

Can I start with a virtual consultation?

Do you assist patients traveling from out of province?

What should I expect after my surgery day is confirmed?

What services do you offer?

How do surgeons determine if hip replacement is needed?

What is the direct anterior approach?

Do I need a referral to book a hip replacement consultation?

Can I start with a virtual consultation?

Do you assist patients traveling from out of province?

What should I expect after my surgery day is confirmed?

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Direct Anterior
Hip Replacement

Direct Anterior
Hip Replacement

Direct Anterior
Hip Replacement

Why Patients Choose the Direct Anterior Approach

How Is the Procedure Performed?

How Is the Procedure Performed?