This is an intra-operative video of the mini-incision total hip procedure done by Dr. Swanson. It is intended for physicians, and includes close-up video of the procedure. All of the videos have the same footage. The only difference is the format and resolution.

Windows Media Format

low resolution (3 megabytes, windows media format, for dialup modems)

good resolution (6 megabytes, windows media format)

better resolution (11 megabytes, windows media format)

high resolution (14 megabytes, windows media format)

super high resolution (27 megabytes, windows media format)

Real Player Format (get Real Player)

low resolution (2 megabytes, Real Playerformat, for dialup modems)

high resolution (15 megabytes, windows media format)

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The minimally invasive total hip replacement was developed by Dr. Swanson after being introduced to the concept in early 1997. Dr. Swanson began using the technique in May of 1997 and has continued to make improvements that now allow reliable surgery and reproducibly good results in most patients. Standardization of the technique has allowed teaching to other surgeons. Numerous physicians and orthopedic companies have shown interest in promoting “minimally invasive surgery” for total hip replacements.

The minimally invasive technique utilizes a 3-4 inch incision, much smaller than the 8-10 inch approach historically used for hip replacement. Patients require less anesthesia and pain medication, and mobilize more quickly. This results in both quicker recovery for the patient and a lower incidence of complications.

Patients typically recover from minimally invasive surgery in about half the time it takes to recover from standard incision surgery (6 weeks vs. 12 weeks).

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