The right diagnosis is the first step to targeted recovery.
With personal guidance, specialised hip care and an evidence-based approach, we help patients reach the right treatment for their hip pain faster. As a result, 77% of our patients ultimately do not need surgery.
Pioneers in personal and data-driven hip care, grounded in science, multidisciplinary collaboration and tailored treatment.
Every care pathway is tailored, from diagnosis to rehabilitation.
Decisions supported by outcomes from over 2,000 patients per year.
Rooted in science, published research and international guidelines.
Muscle-sparing techniques, less strain, faster recovery.
Two paths, always tailored to you.
Treat first, operate only when needed.
Our philosophy: first give the body a chance to adapt. 77% of our patients do not need surgery thanks to our holistic rehabilitation pathway.
Muscle-sparing, fast recovery.
When surgery is necessary, we choose the most suitable minimally-invasive technique. For total hip replacement we use the muscle-sparing EDA approach, with the One-Day-Hip protocol for patients who qualify.
Which conditions can cause hip pain?
Hip pain has many different causes. A thorough examination determines which condition applies to you and which treatment is most appropriate.
Our NPS is 66.8.
The Net Promoter Score measures how likely patients are to recommend us to family and friends. With a score of 66.8, EHC is well within the "Excellent" zone.
Net Promoter Score, measured among European Hip Center patients (n = 153)
Data 2025-2026
Based abroad? Book an online consultation.
International patients can book a video consultation directly with one of our hip surgeons, without travelling to Westerlo first. You choose your surgeon and your time slot in the online calendar.
- Choose your own time slot in the online calendar
- Video consultation from your own home
- Send your medical files afterwards
Three units, one team.
The EHC team brings together hip surgeons, Hip Coaches, care coordinators and researchers. Every patient is discussed by the team to ensure well-founded advice.
Meet the EHC teamResearch by our team, for your optimal care.
At the European Hip Center, research is not a separate department: every physician is actively involved in scientific research and every Hip Coach spends two days a week on R&D. This means clinical experience continuously translates into better treatment protocols, for every next patient.
Partners & network
We work with clinical, academic and med-tech partners to strengthen both research and care.
- ZOLZiekenhuis Oost-Limburg
- HICHealth Innovation Center
- KULKULeuven
- UHASUHasselt
Studies & doctorates
Doctoral research by our physicians, focused on hip preservation, prosthetic surgery and tendon injuries.
- OngoingDr. Frans-Jozef VandeputtePeriarticular muscle-related pathology following total hip replacement.
- CompletedProf. Dr. Kristoff CortenMuscle-sparing anterior approach and long-term outcomes of total hip replacement.
- CompletedAbner SergoorisClinical phenotypes in hip osteoarthritis and prognostic factors for outcomes after total hip replacement.
Results from our data
Figures from our own patient registry, measured with standardised questionnaires (PROMs).
- 7.500+consultations per year
- 2.000+patients per year
- 77%avoid surgery
- < 24ustay with One-Day-Hip
HipCloud, your hip pathway digitally supported.
The digital platform of the European Hip Center, where you find your exercise programme, education, questionnaires and communication with your HipCoach all in one place. Currently available in Dutch.
- Personal exercise programme
- PROMs and test results at a glance
- Chat with your Hip Coach
- Tailored education
Start your hip pathway today.
Book a first consultation with our team. We assess your complaints objectively and define the right path together.
Sharing knowledge with fellow care providers.
Beyond patient care, we invest in training and collaboration with GPs, physiotherapists and specialists.