An advanced muscle-sparing hip replacement designed to improve recovery while reducing the risk of dislocation
Mr Tom Symes is proud to be the only surgeon in the Humber region routinely offering the SPAIRE approach to total hip replacement
SPAIRE stands for Sparing Piriformis And Internus, Repair Externus and preserves key muscles that are normally divided during traditional hip replacment surgery
Who is SPAIRE suitable for?
SPAIRE is suitable for the vast majority of patients requiring a total hip replacement.
It is particularly beneficial for:
- Active people
- Golfers
- Cyclists
- Patients wishing to return to work quickly
- Patients with spinal stiffness or previous spinal surgery
- Patients at increased risk of Hip dislocation
Why choose Mr Tom Symes
Mr Symes has developed a specialist practice focused on modern hip replacement surgery and enhanced recovery
Patients travel from across Yorkshre and Linconshire to access the SPAIRE technique because of its unique benefits and Mr Symes’ expertise in preforming this advanced procedure.
Why Choose SPAIRE?
The muscles preserved during SPAIRE play an important role in:
- Hip Stability
- Walking
- Balance
- Rotational Control
By preserving these muscles, many patients experience a more natural recovery.
Benefits of SPAIRE Hip Replacement
- Muscle-Sparing Surgery
- Faster Early Recovery
- Improved Hip Stability
- Lower Risk of Hip Dislocation
- Suitable for Day-Case Surgery
- No Movement Restrictions After Recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SPAIRE better than a standard hip replacement?
SPAIRE uses the same high-quality implants but preserves more of natural muscles. For many patients this improves hip stability and allows a more natural recovery.
Will I have fewer restrictions?
Yes. One of the major advantages of SPAIRE is that most patients do not require the traditional hip recautions commonly advised after other aproaches. Patients commonly can return to ALL activities incudling running, tennis, skiing ect.
Is it available everywhere?
No. Mr Tom Symes is currently the only surgeon in the Humber region offering this specialist muscle-preserving hip replacement technique.