Trevor’s posture suggested that a hip deformity was the underlying cause, and following an examination Mr Shah identified arthritis of both hip joints. Since less invasive solutions had proved unsuccessful at relieving Trevor’s discomfort Mr Shah recommended staged bilateral total hip replacements.

Carrying out two hip replacements as one procedure has an increased risk of complications such as a heart attack, stroke, kidney failure or a blood clot that can travel into the heart or brain. So with this in mind, Trevor’s more painful and damaged left hip was operated on first and six months later he returned for his second hip replacement.

As a result of his longstanding condition, Trevor’s pelvis was tilted forward, affecting the position of his hip sockets. To avoid an increased risk of dislocation, Trevor’s sockets were reconstructed appropriately by Mr Shah to provide a secure base for his new prostheses.

Just a few months after his second operation, Trevor’s symptoms have dramatically improved and he’s now standing tall.