Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge
Bone & Joint Staff • November 4, 2022
SuperPath vs. Anterior Hip Replacement: Which is Better?

Since modern total hip replacement surgery first began in the 1950s, the procedure has undergone an incredible evolution. From the design and components of the artificial joint to the surgical approach, the procedure has improved by leaps and bounds and so too have the associated outcomes. Patients receiving hip replacements today are having phenomenal results with many of them quickly able to walk without pain.


Today, many patients still receive the traditional posterior hip replacement procedure. However, the operation, with its larger incisions, splitting of the muscles, and lengthier periods of recovery is gradually being overtaken by less invasive approaches. Two of the most common being anterior and the up-and-coming SuperPath approach.


Anterior Hip Replacement Approach

The anterior hip replacement arose from a need for a minimally invasive surgical technique, and the results have been strong. As the name implies, this technique involves making an incision at the front of the hip as opposed to the back. It also spares the surrounding muscles by allowing surgeons to go between them rather than cutting through them. Finally, it is associated with lower risk of post-surgical hip dislocation and shorter hospital stays.


What Makes SuperPath Hip Replacement Different?

While the anterior approach is solid and offers great patient results, there is always room for improvement, and surgical techniques should constantly be evolving. For hip replacements, a fairly recent evolution has come in the form of SuperPath. Like the anterior approach before it, SuperPath has taken a successful procedure and made it even better. Key SuperPath benefits that differentiate it from its predecessors include:

  • Smaller incision size
  • Minimal disruption to the hip capsule and surrounding soft tissues
  • No need to surgically dislocate the hip
  • Faster recovery
  • Less scarring
  • No restrictions on hip positions post-operatively


Is SuperPath or Anterior Hip Replacement Better?

Both SuperPath and the anterior approach come with benefits and offer exceptional patient outcomes. Determining which is best can only be done on a case-by-case basis and by a surgeon who specializes in both. At the Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge, Dr. Joseph Broyles regularly performs both procedures and has the knowledge and expertise needed to predict which surgical approach will be most beneficial to his patients.


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Bone & Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge Physician Practice Transition – Effective April 1, 2025

By Bone and Joint Clinic Staff • April 1, 2025
BATON ROUGE, LA, January 30, 2025 – Effective April 1, 2025, four distinguished orthopedic surgeons from The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will transition to Baton Rouge Orthopedic Clinic (BROC), continuing their commitment to providing high-quality orthopedic care. The physicians joining BROC are: 1. Joseph "Jeb" Broyles, MD – Specializes in joint replacement surgery, knee arthroscopy, and cartilage regeneration. 2. Arthur "Art" Hess, MD – Specializes in trauma, hip, knee, and shoulder reconstruction, and total joint replacement surgery. 3. Mat hew "Matt" Mazoch, M D – Specializes in shoulder and knee surgery. 4. Alan Schroeder, MD – Specializes in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Beginning April 1, 2025, these physicians will operate under BROC's umbrella while continuing to see patients at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge's current location, 7301 Hennessy Blvd. Eventually, the doctors plan to transition to BROC's campus on Bluebonnet Blvd. The estimated timeline for that move is Summer/Fall 2025. In addition, Dr. Patrick Hall will be transitioning to his own practice, Hall Podiatry, that will continue to provide quality podiatric care to patients. Dr. Hall will continue to practice at 7301 Hennessy Blvd. until May/June 2025. After that date, patients may see him at a new nearby location. Dr. Christopher Belleau is transitioning to The Neuromedical Center in Baton Rouge.  Patients are encouraged to continue scheduling appointments at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge using the current process for the foreseeable future. To ensure a seamless transition, The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will provide detailed information to patients in the coming weeks, including the secure transfer of medical records and continuity of care. The health and well-being of patients remain the top priority, and The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge, BROC, and Hall Podiatry are working together to make this transition as smooth as possible while maintaining uninterrupted care. For more information or to schedule an appointment, patients can contact The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge at 225-766-0050 or by visiting bjcbr.com . Patients can also reach BROC at 225-924-2424 or by visiting brortho.com .
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