• After a hip replacement surgery, what are the precautions that I should take?

What kind of precautions should I take after my hip replacement surgery?

5 Answers

  • Orthopaedic Surgeon
  • Biloxi, MS

Posterior hip precautions.

  • Orthopedist
  • CARROLLTON, TX

The precautions necessary after hip surgery depend on The type of approach used. There are different precautions for an anterior versus a posterior approach. In general extremes of flexion and crossing the legs for a posterior approach is initially important. Major other concerns would be those of balance and also stepping off and object such as a curb or ladder. Once strength Balance have returned restriction should be minimal. Your surgeon should discuss these with you.

  • Orthopedist
  • Mobile, AL

Traditionally hip replacements have been from the back and there are restrictions regarding flexing at the hip and crossing your legs for the first 6 weeks. Anterior hip replacements have their own precautions but are not really adhered to.

  • Orthopedist
  • Henderson, Nevada

Depends on type of approach. Talk to your surgeon. Anterior approaches may be preferred.

  • Orthopedist
  • Alexandria, LA

It depends on the surgical approach and the stability of the hip. In general avoid flexion and internal rotation.

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