Exercise is important for overall health, even more so if you have undergone surgery. Exercising after a hip replacement is important because it helps prevent the buildup of scar tissue that can restrict motion. An important goal of hip replacement is to restore range of motion and mobility to hip joints that have been damaged…
Hip Impingement
Recovery After Hip Replacement Surgery
The hips are an integral part of your ability to stand and move around. It’s no wonder that it’s a common location for osteoarthritis to set in since your hip is in motion frequently. Not to mention, it’s a weight-bearing joint, which means it takes a lot of pressure on a daily basis. If this…
Types of Hip Replacement Surgery
Having a hip replacement involves the removal of the damaged or diseased portion of the hip joint, and replacing it with a prosthetic hip. This can be done for patients with hip fractures, but it is even more frequently done for patients with hip arthritis. This procedure enables those with hip arthritis to finally enjoy…
FAI – Mechanical hip impingement and its treatment
By Matt Stensrud, PT, Clinic Director Midwest Orthopaedics Physical Therapy Neutral Pelvis Position 2. Anterior Pelvic Tilt Many individuals we see in our practice get diagnosed with Femoral Acetabular Impingement (FAI). There are two main reasons for this impingement including structural changes…