Background Prolonged physical impairments in range of movement, postural stability and walking speed are commonly reported following total hip replacement (THR). It is unclear from the current body of ...

Total joint replacement surgery, including hip replacement, is one of the most commonly performed elective surgeries. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), more than ...

Recovery time after hip replacement surgery varies from person to person. However, most people can resume light activities within 3 to 6 weeks of surgery. People may need to avoid certain activities, ...

Minimizing the risk of total hip replacement is a good reason for patients with osteoarthritis (OA) to engage in exercise-based treatment, according to a long-term follow-up of a randomized trial. In ...

Curious what recovery really looks like after a hip replacement? Dr. Ayesha Abdeen, chief of hip and knee replacement surgery at Boston Medical Center, shares what to expect at every step along the ...

For individuals with chronic hip pain, a hip replacement can offer a new lease of life. While you might be tempted to jump right back into an active lifestyle, it's best to take it slow. It's also ...

In recent years the shift towards reductions in the length of stay for patients following THR has caused a subsequent shift in rehabilitation services from 'in hospital' to out patients. [6] Within ...