Post-Covid hip damage fuels 40 pc rise in surgeries among young Indians: Experts
A significant rise in hip surgeries among young Indians has been reported, attributed to post-Covid complications such as hip arthritis and avascular necrosis. Experts warn that the indiscriminate use of steroids during the pandemic has contributed to these conditions, leading to a 40% increase in total hip replacement surgeries. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to prevent irreversible damage and improve patient outcomes.
- ▪Doctors in India are observing a notable increase in cases of hip arthritis and avascular necrosis among younger adults post-Covid.
- ▪The Delhi Orthopaedic Association reported a 40% rise in hip replacement surgeries in younger patients due to complications from steroid use during the pandemic.
- ▪Medical experts emphasize the importance of early diagnosis to prevent the progression of avascular necrosis and the need for total hip replacement.
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Post-Covid hip damage fuels 40 pc rise in surgeries among young Indians: ExpertsPost-Covid hip damage fuels 40 pc rise in surgeries among young Indians: ExpertsPublished on: May 24, 2026 4:00 PM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link New Delhi, A worrying post-pandemic orthopaedic trend has emerged across India, with doctors reporting a significant rise in cases of hip arthritis and avascular necrosis , a painful condition caused by disruption of blood supply to the hip bone, particularly among younger and middle-aged adults.Post-Covid hip damage fuels 40 pc rise in surgeries among young Indians: ExpertsExperts at the 2nd DELHI HIP 360 Conference, held at Crowne Plaza New Delhi on Sunday, warned that the post-Covid era has accelerated hip joint damage and increased the demand for Total Hip Replacement…
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