During hip replacement surgery, your surgeon will remove any diseased or damaged hip joint components and replace them with an artificial joint. During hip replacement surgery, a surgeon replaces the worn-out hip joint components with new ones that are typically made of metal, ceramic, or very hard plastic. In this procedure, an artificial implant is used to replace the hip (or a portion of it) (prosthesis). Adults who have not responded to other treatments like using a cane or walker, losing weight, taking medication, and physical therapy are typically the ones who receive it. If you have osteoarthritis, a hip replacement may be necessary. swelling in the joints (rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis). femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. falls can cause injuries like hip fractures or dislocations. hip dysplasia in early life. an injury that failed to heal completely. Osteonecrosis (avascular necrosis). Neoplasms. Children's hip conditions like Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease and slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Due to the risks involved with all surgeries and the potential for prostheses to fail over time, your doctor may advise delaying a hip replacement until severe symptoms are noticeable. Exercises for conditioning and strengthening should be done in advance of surgery to improve outcome and recovery. It is very advantageous and helps your rehabilitation process if you are stronger before surgery. Exercises such as the ones below are suggested before surgery: Contract your thigh muscles, then straighten your knee flat. Release after five counts of holding. Ten times each, twice daily. heels into the mattress while tightening buttocks. Release after five counts of holding. Ten times each, twice daily. It can take your muscles over a year to get strong, so it's important to do your exercises in order to promote a safe and effective recovery.
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