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HomeSummaryReview of the conditionConsidering surgeryPreparing for surgeryAbout the procedureRecovering from surgeryRehabilitationPhysical therapy Can rehabilitation be done at home?Risks Duration of rehabilitation Returning to ordinary daily activities Long-term patient limitations Conclusion

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Hip Socket Fracture Surgery.

Edited By: M.L. Chip Routt, Jr., M.D.
Last updated Wednesday, January 12, 2005

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Rehabilitation

Physical therapy

At first, isometric and gentle range of motion exercises are supervised by a physical therapist. After 6 weeks, hip motion and strengthening activities are increased. Weight bearing restrictions relax as hip strength is achieved. Aquatic programs may be beneficial for some patients.

Can rehabilitation be done at home?

After the patient is educated regarding his/her specific rehabilitation, they may begin a home exercise program.

Risks

Not following the prescribed rehabilitation program can have catastrophic results such as fixation failure and others.

Duration of rehabilitation

After fracture healing, a home exercise program is encouraged for life.

Returning to ordinary daily activities

Patients return to their routine daily activities depending on their injuries and activities. Sedentary workers can usually return to work much sooner than heavy laborers.

Long-term patient limitations

After acetabular surgery, high impact activities are discouraged, so as to protect the hip joint. Most patients do whatever their hip comfort and function allow.

Surgery for Hip Socket Fracture at the University of Washington

If you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-598-4288 (outside the Seattle area: 800-440-3280) to make an appointment.

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