What Is A Hip Replacement?
At Ameglio Orthopedics, hip replacement surgery is performed with care, precision, and a deep understanding of how pain can impact your daily life. Dr. Peter Ameglio and his staff are proud to provide advanced orthopedic care in Fort Myers, FL with techniques designed to improve mobility and ease discomfort from damaged or worn joints. A hip replacement is a surgical procedure that removes damaged parts of the hip joint and replaces them with artificial components. It's typically recommended for people with severe arthritis, joint deterioration, or a history of injury that limits movement and causes chronic pain. Dr. Ameglio is Southwest Florida's first and most experienced SuperPATH® surgeon. SuperPATH is a minimally invasive technique that helps protect surrounding muscles and soft tissue during total hip replacement. The result is often a faster and smoother experience with fewer complications. To learn more about hip replacement surgery using SuperPATH, schedule a consultation at Ameglio Orthopedics in Fort Myers, FL today.
What Is the Surgical Technique for A Hip Replacement?
Dr. Ameglio uses the SuperPATH hip replacement technique to provide a muscle-sparing approach to surgery. This method avoids cutting important muscles or tendons around the hip, which supports a more natural joint movement after surgery. A small incision and specialized tools allow precise implant placement while protecting healthy tissue. SuperPATH allows Dr. Ameglio to perform hip replacement surgery with less disruption to the body, often leading to shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery. During your visit, Dr. Ameglio will walk you through every part of the surgical plan, including how your artificial joint is placed and secured. He will also explain how long a hip replacement typically lasts, which is often 15 – 20 years or more, depending on age, activity level, and overall joint health.
What Are the Benefits of A Hip Replacement?
Patients often feel hesitant about surgery until they understand what Dr. Ameglio and SuperPATH can offer. Benefits of total hip replacement using the SuperPATH method include:
- Less muscle damage due to a tissue-sparing technique
- Shorter healing time
- Reduced hospital stay
- Lower risk of dislocation or implant shifting
- Improved mobility and joint function
- More comfortable and stable joint movement
- Faster return to normal daily activities
Hip Replacement Reviews
First meeting with Dr. Ameglio was very impressive. Having been in the medical field for 10 years here in Naples I can count on one hand the physicians who compare or even come close to Dr. Ameglio’s compassion and commitment to his practice. Six days post-op SuperPath total hip replacement I was able to graduate from a walker to a cane when necessary. I can’t say enough about this man’s dedication and drive to make surgeries less complicated and quicker recovery for the patient even though it takes more on his end with the actual surgery itself. He is my ace in the hole and will definitely have him do my much needed knee surgery in the future. Thank God I found him!!!
I did not come to FL for 3 months and plan to get a total hip replacement, but I was in pain and things fell in place and I was able to get into Dr. Ameglio for an appt. very quickly. I couldn't be happier with my timely surgery and before my 4 week post op I am all healed and able to do what I want. With the excellent physical therapy I got from Shawn Troyer pre op, I was able to go into surgery well prepared. They said my fast recovery was from doing phy therapy ahead of time and doing all the phy therapy after. I thank you for making this a great experience for me and having me ready to go when we leave in a couple days for WI..God bless you! Diane Tappa
I had my hip replaced on Dec 18, 2024 and had amazing results at 77 years old. I was walking without a walker after 4 days and no cane at 3 weeks, then I cut the grass! The therapist said it was the smallest incision he had ever seen for a hip replacement. I did go to physical therapy and was about 90% after 2 months and of course pain free. I had been in a lot of pain and I wish I would have known about Dr. Ameglio sooner, his SuperPath method really worked out well for me . After visits with several orthopedic surgeons I thought he was the most competent and experienced. After my first visit and speaking with a 90+ year old WW2 paratrooper sitting in the waiting room who said he had his hip replaced and it was "no big deal", that sealed the deal. His entire office is professional and friendly and my thanks go out to them as well.
I had my first hip replacement in April 2024 and had great results. January 3, 2025 I had the other hip replaced. I am back to normal walking and water aerobics and will play my first 18 holes of league golf tomorrow. I have been chipping and putting for 2 weeks and played 9 holes last week. My return to pickleball and softball will be a little longer but hope within another month. I am a retired nurse and appreciated the information given me by Dr Ameglio and his staff. The outpatient surgical center was great! Friendly informative staff that answered all my questions and kept my husband informed. I would highly recommend Dr Ameglio!
Dr. Ameglio was very professional, and helped me get my surgery scheduled in a timeline that was to allow me to still fly 1 month post surgery to attend a family reunion. My appointment was only 6 weeks prior to my flight. He answered all questions and was very helpful. His office staff, (Amanda and Heather) are awesome! They were very kind and empathetic to my pain on first visit. They both provided me with all the information I would need for upcoming surgery and also stated that if I had any questions or concerns prior to they would be available. The surgical center staff that supports Dr. Ameglio are top notch nurses and anesthesiologists! They kept my wife very well informed throughout the process. I would recommend Dr. Ameglio to anyone needing hip replacement which I had, or any other orthopedic need. I am now 7 weeks post op and feel great! No pain since surgery and back to being able to do things I couldn’t do prior to surgery, and was to able enjoy my family reunion. 1
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Modern Method to Improve Movement
If you're looking for long-term relief and improved movement, SuperPATH hip replacement may be the right option. It's a modern method backed by proven results. At Ameglio Orthopedics, you'll receive attentive care from a team that supports hip replacement recovery with tailored plans and full-body orthopedic support. Hip replacement healing time is often shorter with SuperPATH, and many patients resume walking the same day or shortly after. Dr. Ameglio's focused approach blends innovative care with years of experience in orthopedic surgery. Contact our Fort Myers, FL practice to schedule a consultation today and explore the benefits of hip replacement surgery with SuperPATH.