A surgical procedure
where a hip joint is replaced by aprosthetic implant, that is, a hip prosthesis
is called hip replacement surgery. In hip replacement surgery, the surgery is
either performed as total replacement or a hemi replacement. The individuals who
suffer from many hip problems which are a result of wear and tear from a
disease or injury is called total hip replacement.
Hip replacement is a
surgical procedure in which the hip joint is replaced during surgery and they
are done by total replacement or a hemi replacement. Total hip replacement can
benefit individuals suffering from a many hip problems resulting due to either wear and tear from disease and injury.
Hip replacement is very
common surgery but the recovery from the surgery varies from person to person. The
recovery depend upon what muscles and other soft tissues were cut during the
surgery, and what type of prosthetic hip you are having as a replacement and
mainly how much support u receive from the family members at home.
Depending upon the
health circumstances the doctors will provide post-surgical instructions which
will guide you regarding pain control, physical therapy treatment plan and
returning to normal activities that fit your needs.
The common hip problems
which lead for hip replacementsare Osteoarthritis of Hip, Rheumatoid arthritis,
Traumatic arthritis, Avascular Necrosis, hip pain, stiffness etc. You can
control hip pain after surgery by taking pain medications and over the counter
pain relievers prescribed by the doctors, you just need to follow instructions.
After hip successful
hip surgery and discharge from the hospital the patients are suggested physical
therapy from skilled physiotherapist who suggest an individual
Post-surgery one or two
weeks later patient will be able to move about your home more easily, walk for
short distances, able to perform your tasks.Participating in physical therapy
will help for relieving pain and relief.
Physiotherapy is
diagnosed by the medical professional based on symptom of the patient and
medical history and accordingly the doctor will evaluate you by performing
certain test to determine whether if there is a fracture or requirement of
surgery for you to regain your function.
A physical therapist
will evaluate the patient’s condition by checking the range of motion,
strength, and pain intensity in hips
Physical therapists
suggest an exercise and provide give suggestion to the patients who have
undergone total hip replacement to strengthen their muscles and restore
movement.
At Physio Kare, you
will feel at home after hip replacement as the physiotherapist who will improve
your quality of life by suggesting proper care and proper education.