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Hip pain


Complications can occur from surgery. A blood clot in the leg is the most common complication, which can lead to a blood clot in the lungs.


Prevention:
  • Avoid activities that raise one of your hips above the other for extended periods of time, like running on an uneven surface. Running on a treadmill can keep your hips level.
  • Warm up before exercising and cool down afterward. Stretch your hips, low back, and thighs.
  • Avoid falls.
  • Wear hip pads for contact sports like football and hockey. For those at high risk for a hip fracture, pads with a streamline design can be worn in undergarments.
  • Learn how to prevent osteoporosis.

References:


Wong TK, Lee RY. Effects of low back pain on the relationship between the movements of the lumbar spine and hip. Hum Mov Sci. 2004; 23(1): 21-34.

Dohnke B, Knauper B, Muller-Fahrnow W. Perceived self-efficacy gained from, and health effects of, a rehabilitation program after hip joint replacement. Arthritis Rheum. 2005; 53(4): 585-592.

Tak E, Staats P, Van Hespen A, Hopman-Rock M. The effects of an exercise program for older adults with osteoarthritis of the hip. J Rheumatol. 2005; 32(6): 1106-1113.




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