{"id":7271,"date":"2024-12-19T09:02:24","date_gmt":"2024-12-19T09:02:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vannistrigelli.com\/en\/?p=7271"},"modified":"2024-12-19T09:02:24","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T09:02:24","slug":"hip-osteoarthritis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vannistrigelli.com\/en\/blog\/2024\/12\/19\/hip-osteoarthritis\/","title":{"rendered":"Hip osteoarthritis? Exercises for recovery after a hip replacement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Let’s see in the article what coxarthrosis <\/strong>is and the importance of exercises after hip replacement surgery. <\/a>Osteoarthritis of the hip<\/strong>, or coxarthrosis, is a very common condition caused by the degeneration of cartilage. The only way to definitively cure it is through hip replacement surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surgery is recommended especially when all initial conservative therapies, including physical therapy, no longer provide benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article we’ll delve into what coxarthrosis is in detail, the importance of exercises and which ones are correct after hip replacement surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Osteoarthritis of the hip and its symptoms<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The hip <\/strong>is the anatomical part that connects the pelvis with the upper part of the leg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is among the most important in our body: it allows us to stand up, walk, run, pedal, drive, bend…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is one of the areas most prone to osteoarthritis, probably also because of the variety and range of movements it must allow and the significant loads it bears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Primary osteoarthritis is discussed when no specific cause is recognized, or secondary osteoarthritis when the cause of osteoarthritis is known, resulting from various pathologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>The symptoms of hip arthritis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The onset of the condition is characterized by mild, more or less vague symptoms<\/strong>: discomfort, intermittent pain, and stiffness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The pain may be localized in the groin, hip or buttock, sometimes even in the knee, often occurring after a long period of rest or, conversely, following significant exertion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately it is a degenerative condition; its progression can be slowed down and in some cases halted, but it does not regress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead, over time the symptoms progress and can have a significant impact on quality of life, making daily tasks such as tying shoes, getting dressed, bathing or even walking impossible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The only solution at this point is surgical treatment with hip replacement surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>The importance of exercises for hip arthritis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before the actual surgical intervention it is essential to maintain a balanced diet and weight and engage in regular physical activity to alleviate and counteract the symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are some exercises to practice at home<\/strong> to strengthen the muscles that stabilize the joint and reduce pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is advisable to consult a physiotherapist to learn and perform the exercises correctly and then continue independently once learned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The advice is to start gradually and without straining, especially if you do not regularly exercise; remember to breathe correctly and respect the breaks between each set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For difficulty, the number of sets and duration listen to your body and gradually increase, always aiming to be consistent and engage in physical activity regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to exercises you can take anti-inflammatories, pain relievers or corticosteroids<\/strong> during the acute phase and undergo physiotherapy sessions to keep symptoms under control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stretching exercises allow you to improve the flexibility of the muscles around the hip joint, reduce trauma and prevent injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Muscle strengthening exercises, on the other hand, should be performed to stabilize the joint and promote mobility, thereby limiting pain and achieving a more correct posture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>The fundamental exercises for a correct and speedy recovery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once the hip replacement surgery is successfully completed, there are some exercises you will need to do for a speedy recovery, with sets of 10 repetitions, three times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s see them together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ankle Flexion-Extensions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slowly move your ankle, foot, and toes up and down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These can be repeated several times throughout the day and serve to reactivate the calf’s venous pump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knee Flexion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without lifting your pelvis, bend and extend your knee (keep your knees slightly apart) by sliding your heel on the bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you reach maximum flexion, bring the knee outward and hold for 5 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gluteal Muscle Strengthening<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep your arms by your sides, bend your knees slightly apart and lift your buttocks off the mattress performing a “bridge.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, contract your buttocks and hold the contraction for 5-10 seconds, then relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quadriceps Muscle Strengthening<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sit on the bed with your legs apart and knees slightly bent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actively extend and flex the knee, alternating legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A successful surgery and adequate rehabilitation allow for a complete recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upon discharge, for performing normal activities of daily living, I recommend you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n