Private hip replacement Edinburgh
The damaged hip joint is replaced with a new, artificial one.
At Spire Edinburgh Hospitals we offer several of the latest hip replacement techniques in our clean, modern facilities. A hip replacement is a common operation which removes damaged parts of the hip and replaces them with artificial joints.
Through hip replacement surgery, Spire Edinburgh Hospitals can help relieve hip pain and improve your mobility, so you can live life to the fullest.
Sometimes also called
- Hip arthroplasty
At a glance
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Typical hospital stay
1–2 days -
Procedure duration
60–90 minutes -
Type of anaesthetic
General, spinal or epidural -
Available to self-pay?
Yes -
Covered by health insurance?
Yes
Why Spire?
- Fast access to a wide range of treatments
- Consultants who are experts in their field
- Clear pricing with no hidden charges
Hip replacement surgery: what to expect at Spire Edinburgh Hospitals
At our Spire Edinburgh Hospitals Murrayfield and Shawfair Park we offer the latest in hip replacement surgery in the Edinburgh area, near Lothian and Fife.
The procedure improves mobility by replacing parts of worn, damaged hips with an artificial joint (called a prosthesis). We also offer expert aftercare and physiotherapy in our clean, modern facility.
How to book
Complete the enquiry form to book your first consultation at Spire Edinburgh Hospitals Murrayfield and Shawfair Park or call 0131 334 0363.
We serve all of Edinburgh from our Murrayfield and Shawfair Park hospitals.
Fixed packages for hip and knee replacements
At Spire Edinburgh Hospitals we put patient choice first, that’s why we’re offering two packages for hip and knee replacements.
Our new ‘fixed packages’ offer the same high quality clinical care at an affordable price point. Speak to one of our team today to find out which package suits you best.
How much does Hip replacement surgery cost at Spire Edinburgh Hospitals Murrayfield and Shawfair Park
Hip replacements are often done privately, with payment plans making the procedure affordable even without insurance.
| Hip replacement | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | £150 | ||
| Treatment price | £17,439 | ||
| Aftercare | Included | ||
| From price | From £17,589 | ||
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Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation) |
£406 | ||
| Representative example | |
|---|---|
| Loan amount | £16,189 |
| Deposit | £1,250 |
| Loan period | 48 months |
| Representative APR | 9.9% |
| Total amount repayable | £19,488 |
The price shown is the ‘from price’ (ie the minimum cost of the procedure). Please note that for some procedures the actual price you are quoted may vary significantly and can increase depending on your choice of Consultant (who is an independent practitioner and not an employee of Spire). The fees charged by Consultants and Anaesthetists are set independently and are outside the control of Spire. The price may also vary depending on the type of anaesthetic, implant or drug used, and your medical history.
Spire Edinburgh Hospitals Murrayfield and Shawfair Park can provide you with a single, fixed price for your procedure so there are no surprises. Please read Spire Healthcare's terms and conditions for full details of what’s included and excluded in your fixed price when paying for yourself. Finance options are available through our partner Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd, 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD.
Procedures offered for hip replacement at Spire Edinburgh Hospitals
At Spire Edinburgh Hospitals, we have vast experience in hip replacement surgery in our modern facilities. We also offer some of the latest surgical innovations, which may be beneficial to some patients. These include:
- Minimally invasive surgery, which uses smaller incisions than traditional techniques, resulting in faster recovery
- Bilateral hip replacement, when both hips are replaced at the same time
- MAKO Robotic Arm Assisted Surgery – a robotic arm enables a high degree of accuracy and precision when placing implants
- Computer-assisted technology to create a 3D model of your hip to assist your surgeon during the operation
No.1 in the UK for MAKO robotic joint replacement surgery*
*Based on Spire Murrayfield Hospital, Edinburgh, performing the highest number of MAKO robotically assisted procedures of any independent hospital provider in the UK in 2023 and 2024. Data source: Stryker.
Find a consultant at Spire Edinburgh Hospitals
Preparing for hip replacement at Spire Edinburgh Hospitals
Getting here
Spire Edinburgh Hospitals are in east and south-west Edinburgh. Spire Murrayfield is a ten-minute drive from Edinburgh Haymarket train station, while Spire Shawfair Park is accessible by bus. Free on-site parking is available to patients and visitors at both sites.
Your consultations
For your appointments, you’ll meet your consultant in one of our consultation rooms.
Our orthopaedic consultants specialise in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal (bone and muscle) conditions. Here’s what will happen before your treatment:
- If you haven’t been diagnosed yet, your consultant may recommend our advanced scanning, imaging and diagnostic technologies to look at your hip and help understand the cause of your pain or mobility problems
- Once you’ve been diagnosed or if you have a referral, your consultant will then discuss treatment options with you
- Before recommending a hip replacement, your consultant may suggest hydrocortisone joint injections first
You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and discuss your expectations. Your consultant will then be able to outline a treatment and care plan that’s tailored to you.
Full hip replacement surgery
Watch how a hip replacement surgery takes place
Hip replacement: your procedure
Your consultant and surgical team will prepare you for your operation.
Anaesthetic options
When you’ve had time to settle into your private room, your anaesthetist will administer a general anaesthetic, where you’re completely asleep, or an epidural (spinal anaesthetic) where you’ll be numb from the waist down. If you’re having an epidural, you can also have sedatives to help you relax.
During your operation
Once the anaesthetic has taken effect, your surgeon will make one or more incisions in your hip, remove both the socket and the top of your thigh bone and replace them with a new artificial hip joint. A hip replacement surgery usually takes an hour to an hour and a half.
Q & A
Alun Wall, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Talking about hip replacement surgery
Hip replacement surgery: your recovery
Your private room
When you choose Spire Edinburgh Hospitals for your hip replacement, you’ll stay with us for one or two nights or may be able to go home the same day. You’ll be given a clean, private bedroom to settle into, and our ward staff will be on-hand to keep you comfortable throughout your stay.
What happens
You’ll receive pain relief medication to help you recover in comfort. Your physiotherapist will get you moving as soon as you feel ready and will provide exercises to help you make the most of your hip replacement.
When you’re ready, your physiotherapist will help you walk again and provide exercises to boost your recovery.
Although everybody’s different and you should always follow your consultant’s advice, here’s a typical recovery timeline for knee replacement surgery:
Treatment and recovery timeline
Day 1
Week 12
Before surgery
You’ll be shown how to use a walking aid at pre-assessment, joint school or on the ward
Day of surgery
Up and walking short distances with walking aid and help from healthcare professional. You may be able to go home.
Day 1
Use a walking aid and walk short distances
2–14 days
Gradually walking longer distances with walking aids and doing physiotherapy exercises
2–6 weeks
May be able to walk without walking aids and do more activities and exercises
6–8 weeks
Able to drive and may be able to return to work
12 weeks
Return to work and your usual activities
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Before surgery
You’ll be shown how to use a walking aid at pre-assessment, joint school or on the ward
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Day of surgery
Up and walking short distances with walking aid and help from healthcare professional. You may be able to go home.
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Day 1
Use a walking aid and walk short distances
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2–14 days
Gradually walking longer distances with walking aids and doing physiotherapy exercises
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2–6 weeks
May be able to walk without walking aids and do more activities and exercises
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6–8 weeks
Able to drive and may be able to return to work
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12 weeks
Return to work and your usual activities
Areas served
If you live in Edinburgh, Lothian or Fife, you can have your replacement procedure at the Spire Edinburgh Hospitals.
Our hip replacement consultants are committed to healthcare excellence. Book your first appointment and start your hip replacement journey today.
Learn about hip replacement here.
The treatment described on this page may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow your healthcare professional's advice and raise any questions that you may have with them.
How to get to us
Spire Murrayfield is an approximate 20 minute drive from Edinburgh Airport or 10 minutes from Haymarket train station. Regular buses serve the area well. Spire Shawfair Park is located to the south east of the city centre close to the City Bypass and the Royal Infirmary at 10 Easter Shawfair, Edinburgh, EH22 1FE.
Spire Edinburgh Hospitals Murrayfield and Shawfair Park,
Spire Murrayfield Hospital
122 Corstorphine Road
Edinburgh
EH12 6UD
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