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If you follow the news, it probably seems like every single day there's an amazing medical breakthrough, that will cure this, fix that, or prevent the other thing from happening altogether - but we rarely ever see these breakthroughs in action.

That's likely due to a combination of factors, including how long it takes to train all the doctors currently working in the field - but sometimes, just sometimes, we get access to a new technique that's totally revolutionary, without having to wait for decades first.

Well, actually, we will be waiting for a decade before this new technique is common practice around the world - but the point is that you can access it, right now, without even having a referral from your GP.

Sorry, I'm getting a little ahead of myself, I'm just excited - there's finally a better option for getting a Total Hip Replacement, and it's awesome compared to the old technique.

I learned about it from the MSK Doctors private hospital in London, or more accurately, from some articles posted by their founder and hip replacement specialist, Prof. Paul Lee.

I'll lay out all the important facts - but if you would rather read the source material directly, or get in contact with Prof. Lee, then just visit the MSK Doctors website, I left a link right to their Bikini hip replacement page, in the description for this podcast.

What you'll find is not just one new technique, but several - and you get to choose between them, preferably based on the best advice from a qualified specialist.

So what's new, how are they improved, and what are the differences between your options? Let's get into it.

The newest technique is called the Bikini operation - I know, it's a silly name, but you'll understand why in a second.

The reason it's called that is because the incision is made along the "bikini line," - and as a result, that's where the scar is too, which means it's super easy to hide.

Of course, that's only one benefit, and purely aesthetic, but trust me, it's far from the only improvement.

The biggest change is below the surface - because a well-trained surgical team can use this technique to complete the entire operation without cutting any major muscles, tendons, or blood vessels.

That's not big, that's huge. It means there's very little damage to heal, comparatively, after your surgery - so you recover way faster.

I don't want to make any promises, but a lot of people can practice walking with crutches soon after their surgery, and most people are sent home the very next day. In part, this is because the new operation significantly reduces your blood loss and your chance of blood clots.

Within a month after your surgery, you should be nearly back to your normal activities - you can even start driving again.

There is one downside that you should know about - because if you know about it, you can avoid it.

In several clinical trials, they found one thing kept showing up - this operation isn't for beginners.

I know, you always want an experienced surgeon, but with this technique, it's extra important. In those clinical trials, patients without an experienced surgeon missed out on most of the benefits.

A real expert can reduce the scarring, and hide it nicely in the bikini line - but an inexperienced surgeon may even increase the risk of complications.

It's your call - but this is my advice: before you make a decision, talk to an expert.

It's easy, you can schedule a consultation with Prof. Lee, the MSK Doctors founder and hip replacement specialist - and you don't even need a referral.

Seriously, there's not even a waiting list - because Prof. Lee doesn't believe in waiting lists.

Prof. Lee is an expert at both the Bikini and Spare techniques, so no matter which option you choose, he can point you in the right direction.

If you want to learn more, before talking to an expert, check out the link I left in the description to learn all about the Bikini technique, how it works, and what makes it so improved over the traditional option.

MSK Doctors City: Sleaford Address: MSK House London Road Website https://www.mskdoctors.com Phone +44-330-001-0048 Email team@mskdoctors.com