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Post hip replacement my friend has hip inflammation. can she soak in a hot spa?
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No: She needs to wait for the ortho surgeon to check her and remove staples or sutures before any soaking ina tub.
Answered 5/6/2016
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Possibly: As long as the wound has completely healed, there should be no problem. If concerned, she should ask her orthopaedic surgeon.
Answered 4/16/2016
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