Core Decompression for Hip AVN

Preserving Your Natural Hip Before It's Too Late

Core Decompression is a joint-preserving procedure performed in the early stages of Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the hip. The aim is to reduce pain, improve blood supply to the affected bone and prevent collapse of the femoral head, thereby delaying or avoiding the need for hip replacement surgery.

What is Core Decompression?

In AVN, reduced blood supply causes the bone inside the femoral head to weaken. As pressure builds within the bone, pain increases and the risk of collapse becomes higher.

Core Decompression involves creating one or more small channels into the affected area of the femoral head using specialised instruments. This reduces pressure within the bone, stimulates the formation of new blood vessels and promotes natural healing.

Who is a Candidate for Core Decompression?

Core Decompression is most effective for patients with:

• Stage I or Stage II Hip AVN
• Persistent hip or groin pain
• No collapse of the femoral head
• Early diagnosis confirmed on MRI

Benefits of Core Decompression

• Relieves pressure within the bone
• Reduces hip pain
• Encourages new blood vessel formation
• Promotes healing of the affected bone
• Helps preserve the natural hip joint
• Delays or prevents femoral head collapse
• May postpone the need for hip replacement surgery

Advanced Regenerative Techniques with Core Decompression in Hip AVN

To further enhance healing, Core Decompression may be combined with biologic treatments that stimulate bone regeneration.

Recovery After Hip Core Decompression Surgery

Core Decompression for Hip AVN is usually performed through a small incision. Most patients can expect:

• Short hospital stay
• Early mobilisation with walking aids
• Gradual return to daily activities
• Physiotherapy to restore strength and mobility

The recovery programme is individualised according to the stage of AVN and the procedure performed.

Why Early Diagnosis Matters in Hip AVN

The success of Core Decompression depends largely on timely intervention. When performed before the femoral head collapses, the procedure offers the best opportunity to:

• Preserve the natural hip
• Delay arthritis
• Reduce pain
• Maintain an active lifestyle
• Avoid or postpone hip replacement

Why Choose Dr. Anand Jadhav?

Dr. Anand Jadhav has extensive experience in the stage-based management of Hip AVN, combining advanced imaging, joint preservation techniques and regenerative therapies to achieve the best possible outcomes.

His expertise includes:

• Early diagnosis of Hip AVN
• Core Decompression Surgery
• PRP & BMAC-assisted procedures
• Joint Preservation Surgery
• Robotic Hip Replacement for advanced disease

Every treatment plan is tailored to the patient's age, stage of AVN, lifestyle and long-term goals.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Core Decompression successful for Hip AVN?

When performed in the early stages (Stage I or II) before collapse of the femoral head, Core Decompression has a good success rate in relieving pain and delaying disease progression.

Will I still need a Hip Replacement?

Many patients can delay hip replacement for several years, especially when AVN is diagnosed early and treated appropriately. However, if the disease progresses despite treatment, hip replacement may eventually be required.

Is the procedure painful?

The surgery is minimally invasive, and postoperative discomfort is generally manageable with modern pain relief techniques and rehabilitation.