Hip Replacement: Why Younger Patients Are Getting Screwed (Literally)
The Alarming Rise in Young Hip Replacements
Hip replacement surgery in people under 60 has increased by 600% in the past two decades.
The orthopedic industry calls it an “epidemic of young, active patients needing joint replacement.”
The truth? It’s an epidemic of unnecessary surgeries—procedures that could often be avoided with the right comprehensive care.
At Active Spine and Joint Institute, we’ve helped hundreds of younger patients avoid hip replacement and keep their natural joints. While surgeons are scheduling replacements for 40- and 50-year-olds, we’re helping them return to running, lifting, hiking, and living active lives—with their original hips intact.
The Young Hip Replacement Problem
The Sobering Statistics
Hip replacement in patients under 60:
Implant lifespan: 12–15 years (vs. 20–25 years in older patients)
Revision surgery rate: 45% within 20 years
Activity restrictions: No running, limited sports, no high-impact exercise
Wear debris complications: Greater risk due to higher activity and longer lifespan
Work impact: 25% never return to physically demanding jobs
Why Younger Patients Do Worse
Higher activity levels cause more implant wear
They live longer with the artificial joint (30–40 years)
More revision surgeries, each with worse outcomes
Higher expectations—surgery rarely restores “normal” function
Work and lifestyle limitations that affect careers and independence
What Surgeons Aren’t Telling You
When you’re under 60, hip replacement is not a one-time solution. It’s the beginning of a cycle:
Initial replacement at 40s or 50s
Revision surgery in 50s or 60s
Another revision in 70s
Often ending in disability, activity restrictions, and chronic pain
Surgeons often frame hip replacement as a “permanent fix.” For younger patients, it’s usually the first step in a long, difficult surgical journey.
Proven Non-Surgical Alternatives: The Active Back Method
At Active Spine and Joint Institute, we developed the Active Back Method—a 90-day non-surgical program that helps patients restore hip function, reduce pain, and avoid replacement surgery.
Here’s what sets us apart:
Chiropractic Care
Restores hip and spine alignment
Reduces joint stress and improves mobility
Corrects imbalances that contribute to degeneration
Pulse Wave Therapy
Breaks up scar tissue and adhesions in the hip joint
Increases blood flow and stimulates natural healing
Improves flexibility and reduces stiffness
Cold Laser Therapy
Reduces inflammation at the cellular level
Accelerates tissue repair
Provides drug-free pain relief
Spinal Decompression & Mobility Work
Addresses mechanical issues in the pelvis and lower back that overload the hips
Restores proper movement patterns so the hip isn’t doing all the work
Regenerative Medicine (Regenerative Cell Therapy)
Uses regenerative cells to repair damaged tissue inside the hip joint
Promotes cartilage and soft tissue healing
Provides a powerful alternative to steroid injections, which only mask pain
Helps younger patients restore long-term function without surgery
“At 44, I thought my best days as an athlete were behind me. I grew up on the soccer field and played for over 20 years, but between being a mom of two and dealing with pain, I felt like I’d lost that part of myself. Since starting care here, I feel like I’ve been given a second chance. I have more energy, less pain, and I can actually get out and be active with my kids again. It’s not just about feeling younger—it’s about getting my life back.”
— Laura, 44
Why Choose Active Spine and Joint Institute?
We’re not just treating your pain—we’re addressing the root causes of hip dysfunction and creating a plan to keep you active for decades.
Our team uses advanced, non-surgical technology to:
Restore hip alignment and function
Reduce inflammation naturally
Regenerate damaged tissue
Prevent unnecessary surgery
Most importantly, we specialize in younger patients—those who want to avoid a lifetime of surgical complications and keep living active lives.
Your Next Step
If you’ve been told you need a hip replacement but you’re under 60, you deserve to know all your options.
At Active Spine and Joint Institute, our combination of chiropractic care, pulse wave therapy, cold laser, spinal decompression, and regenerative medicine has helped hundreds of South Jersey patients avoid surgery and keep their original hips.
📍 Locations: Rio Grande | Mount Laurel | Northfield
📞 Call: 609-886-8585
🌐 Visit: www.activesj.com
Don’t sign up for a lifetime of surgeries. Find out if you’re a candidate for the Active Joint Method today.
