Replacing the worn out ball and socket joint of the hip with a metal stem/ball and socket. This is done to relieve the pain associated with arthritis of the hip. These components are fixed to your body with bone ingrowth or cement fixation. The type of fixation is determined by your bone quality, activity level, and weight. The procedure is done as an inpatient requiring a hospital stay of 2 to 4 days. The procedure takes approximately 60 to 90 minutes to perform. It is done through an incision which is as small as possible to allow adequate visualization for your surgery. A walker or crutches are used for approximately 2 to 4 weeks, then a cane for 1 to 3 weeks. Ninety to 95 percent of patients are happy with the results after surgery.