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S/P Total Hip Replacement

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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.
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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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