The knee should never be higher than the hip while sitting.
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O avoid hip flexion past 90.
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Toes can be pointed inward as long as the thigh and.
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Total hip precautions after surgery should be followed for 3 months and include.
Once in place the artificial ball and socket function like your natural hip.
Patients should not flex hip more than 90 degrees at any time.
Patients should not let the hip or thigh turn inward.
Regular exercise to restore strength and mobility to your hip and a gradual return to everyday activities are important for your full recovery after hip replacement.
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Bending forward at the waist in standing or sitting should also not exceed 90 degrees.
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The following protocol should be used as a guideline for rehabilitation progression but may need to be altered pending the nature and extent of the surgical procedure healing restraints or patient tolerance.