Precautions in Traditional vs. Direct Anterior Approach for Hip Replacement.

In traditional hip replacement surgery the following precautions are recommended:

• Do not cross legs.
• Do not turn feet excessively inward or outward.
• Do not bend hip more than a right angle.

In direct anterior approach hip replacement surgery the following are possible:

• May potentially avoid restrictions associated with traditional hip replacement surgery.
• Under doctor’s supervision the patient may be immediately allowed to move their hips.

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