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By Jonathan Cluett, M.D., About.com Guide to Orthopedics since 1999

Important Things To Avoid After Hip Replacement

Monday May 5, 2008
Hip replacement surgery is a treatment for severe arthritis of the hip joint. Patients who commit to hip replacement surgery must understand that there are some changes they will have to adapt to for the rest of their life. The trade-off for the patients is that they will likely have a significant decrease in hip pain and disability. Learn about the important hip precautions after hip replacement surgery.

Related: All About Hip Replacement | Hip Arthritis

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