Why rehabilitation makes sense The use of a hip prosthesis is a major surgery in which the manipulation of the soft tissues and the use of the prosthesis results in major soft tissue impairment. This and also the pain after the operation, which is of course treated with medication, makes the patient feel insecure and … Rehabilitation after installation of a hip prosthesis
What can I expect in an inpatient rehab? Unlike inpatient hospital treatment, the patient does not spend most of the time in the room or waiting for the doctor’s visit, but a fixed therapy plan is drawn up and followed. Every day there is a 4-6h program with different units and teaching contents, but also … What can I expect in an inpatient rehab? | Rehabilitation after installation of a hip prosthesis
What can I expect in an outpatient rehab? The measures that are carried out during inpatient rehabilitation are also included in outpatient rehabilitation. This is therefore not a “slimmed-down” form of inpatient rehabilitation. With regard to the results it is not inferior to the stationary variant either. A positive aspect is that the patient remains … What can I expect in an outpatient rehab? | Rehabilitation after installation of a hip prosthesis
Introduction The hip joint consists of two parts. These include the head of the thigh bone and the acetabulum, which is formed by the hip bone. The joint or joint cartilage can be damaged by age-related wear (arthrosis). This results in cartilage loss at the joint surfaces and deformation of the acetabulum, which causes pain … Artificial hip joint
OP Although the insertion of an artificial hip (hip prosthesis) is a common operation in Germany, it must be planned individually. Here, x-rays and special computer programs ensure that the prosthesis is created exactly and that the operation is planned precisely. The prosthesis to be inserted can be cemented or cementless. A combination of these … OP | Artificial hip joint
Complications Like any other operation, the insertion of an artificial hip joint involves risks. These can be minimized by well-trained personnel, compatible material selection and a good implementation of the previously planned operation. Furthermore, a dislocation (luxation) of the hip can occur after the operation. This is very painful and usually has to be put … Complications | Artificial hip joint
Dislocated An artificial hip joint can also be dislocated (luxated). In this case, the hip can be dislocated backwards or forwards. Possible reasons for the luxation are, for example, too early loading of the artificial hip joint after the operation so that supporting structures did not have enough time to regenerate. Incorrect or excessive movements … Dislocated | Artificial hip joint
Rehab As a rule, movement exercises to build up muscles are started on the first day after the operation. The patients are instructed by physiotherapists. After about six days, most patients are able to walk independently with the crutches. After discharge from the hospital, rehabilitation measures are carried out, which can be done on an … Rehab | Artificial hip joint
