S/P Total Hip Replacement
$74.97
Definition:
In a total hip replacement (also called total hip arthroplasty), the damaged bone and cartilage is removed and replaced with prosthetic components. The damaged femoral head is removed and replayed with a metal stem that is placed into a hollow center of the femur. A metal or ceramic ball is placed on the upper part of the stem. The damaged cartilage surface of the socket is removed and replaced with a metal socket.
Symptoms- Hip or groin pain
- Night hip or groin pain
- Hip stiffness
- Swelling, or tenderness in the hip joint
- A sound or feeling ("crunching") of bone rubbing against bone
- Inability to move the hip to perform routine activities such as putting on your socks
Causes- Osteoarthritis
- Femur fracture
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Avascular necrosis
- Tumor
Treatment- Avoid internal rotation > 0 x 12 weeks
- Avoid adduction > 0 x 12 weeks
- Avoid hip flexion > 90 x 12 weeks
- Body mechanics education
- Passive, then active ROM
- Hip stabilization exercises
- Gait program
- Lower extremity strengthening
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