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DRDuring a total hip replacement, the damaged femoral head (the ‘ball’ of your hip joint) is removed and replaced with an artificial implant designed to restore motion and relieve pain.
Patients often ask: Do I get my hip bone back?
In most cases, no. The removed bone is typically sent to pathology for routine evaluation and then disposed of according to medical regulations. While some facilities may allow patients to request it, this is uncommon and depends on hospital policy and local regulations.
The real takeaway? That old bone did its job—but the new hip is built to get you moving again.
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