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What leg motions can be done after a total hip replacement?
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HIP REPLACEMENT: I am not sure if all the movements are preserved like flexion, extension, abduction, etc. Probablly, rom is slightly diminised. Please ask the orthopedic surgeon.
Answered 2/13/2013
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It depends...: Early movement restrictions are based on the surgical method used. Extreme positions need to be avoided in the first 6 weeks no matter what. If an anterior approach is used, hyperextension combined with rotating the foot outward can be a problem. If a posterior approach is used, the risky move is hip flexion (bringing hip up to chest) combined with internal rotation. Eventually, most are safe.
Answered 10/25/2018
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