Total Hip Arthroplasty and Postoperative Rehabilitation

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Total hip arthroplasty has recently been added to the armamentarium of the orthopedic surgeon in his search for the relief of severe hip pain. The history of this procedure is briefly reviewed and the various types of prostheses discussed. Surgical indications, contraindications, and the selection of candidates for this procedure are outlined. The preoperative evaluation and method of approach utilized at Stanford University are reviewed. The physical therapy program during the postoperative period is detailed with specific attention directed to the three basic functions of physical therapy rehabilitation in this procedure.

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