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60 yo woman, recent hip replacements, now increasing low back stiffness. how to help?
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See your surgeon: I recommend evaluation by the surgeon that performed the hip replacements as they are in the best position to help you. A course of physical therapy would likely be helpful. Good luck.
Answered 9/28/2016
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