Hip Replacement Travel Insurance

To get a quote by telephone, please contact us on 01273 773 017 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk

JS Insurance provides Single Trip, Annual Multi Trip and Long Stay Travel Insurance to those who have had a Hip Replacement.

A Hip Replacement is where a damaged hip joint is replaced with a prosthetic implant.

This is done in cases where hip injuries are causing chronic pain and limited mobility. These include:

• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoperosis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Septic arthritis
• Femur fracture
• Pagets disease
• Bone tumours

The procedure involves replacing the ball at the top of the femur (thigh bone) that fits into the socket of the pelvis.

Medical Check

Questions you may be asked when seeking travel insurance after a hip replacement include:

Why was the joint replacement or resurfacing performed?

How many joint replacement or joint resurfacing operations have you had?

Do you currently use any mobility aids because of your joint problem?

Are you waiting for further joint replacement surgery?

Has your joint replacement ever dislocated?

Have you needed any treatment for back problems?

How many unplanned hospital admissions have you had for this condition in the last year?

How many medicines do you take for this condition?

Most people that have hip replacement surgery go on to have vastly improved mobility and are free from pain. There are, however, some complications that can arise.

These include:

• Dislocated
• Osteolysis
• Metal sensitivity
• Nerve palsy
• Chronic pain
• Metal toxicity
• Leg length inequality

Death as a result of hip replacement surgery occurs in less than 1% of cases.

Immediately after surgery there are some limits to your mobility. These are however temporary and include:

• Do not drive for six to eight weeks
• Do not have sex for six to eight weeks
• Avoid low chairs or lying on your side

Beware that your hip replacement may set off metal detectors at some airports so it is best to contact your airline before you plan a trip.

If you are travelling with others, we can include them on the policy even if they do not have any pre existing medical conditions.

Travel Insurance Benefits (per person):

• 24 hour Medical Emergency Assistance
• Medical & Treatment Expenses
• Cancellation or Curtailment
• Personal Effects and Baggage

We recommend that you read the Terms and Conditions for the full details of our Travel Insurance policy.

Useful Websites: NHS UK - Hip Replacement Health Info - Medical Dictionary - Wikipedia Hip Replacement - BUPA

To get a quote by telephone, please contact us on 01273 773 017 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk

This Insurance is arranged by JS Insurance, underwritten by Towergate Underwriting and administered by UK Underwriting Ltd on behalf of Ageas Insurance Limited.