Patients should not flex hip more than 90 degrees at any time.
Hip replacement occupational therapy protocol.
Total hip replacement protocol.
O avoid hip flexion past 90.
Hip implants consist of 1 a smooth ball on a stem that fits into your thigh bone the femoral stem and 2 a metal socket with a smooth liner that is attached to your pelvis acetabular cup.
Toes can be pointed inward as long as the thigh and.
Acl reconstruction with meniscus repair.
Once in place the artificial ball and socket function like your natural hip.
Patients should not let the hip or thigh turn inward.
Bending forward at the waist in standing or sitting should also not exceed 90 degrees.
Total hip precautions after surgery should be followed for 3 months and include.
Institute for orthopaedic surgery s physical and occupational therapy protocols.
There are several surgical approaches to hip replacement surgery and each.
Your orthopaedic surgeon and physical therapist may recommend that you exercise for 20 to 30 minutes 2 or 3 times a day during your early recovery.
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Regular exercise to restore strength and mobility to your hip and a gradual return to everyday activities are important for your full recovery after hip replacement.