Dislocated hip
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Hip dislocation or dislocation occurs when the head of the femur leaves the natural position, within the acetabulum of the pelvic bone, for various reasons, when this occurs the walls of the joint are damaged and causes pain to the patient.
A dislocated hip can be the result of sudden movement from car accidents, sports injuries, or trauma.
Also hip dysplasia, which is a birth condition that produces looseness within the joint and the lack of stability of the tendons, which increases the chances of the femur coming out.
Some genetic conditions, such as Down syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, predispose to the possibility of hip dislocation or dislocation. In any case, this injury requires timely and professional attention to correct this injury.
Treatment for hip pain
A professional treatment for dislocated hip is based on diagnosis as a first stage, in order to recommend the most accurate solution the doctor must know exactly the condition of the joint.
Imaging exams are ideal for this, an X-ray, CT scan, and even MRI can show the specialist the condition of the joint.
The treatment options are varied as they depend on the condition of each patient, these can be:
- Rest after joint relocation.
- Physiotherapy exercises for hip tendon recovery.
- Hip arthroscopy, is a minimally invasive surgery that may be necessary to tighten the ligaments, reconstruction of the joint if there is deep damage.
- Total joint replacement, when there is severe damage it is recommended to replace the joint with a prosthesis to relieve pain.
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Symptoms of dislocated hip
The symptoms of this injury are particular, although they can be confused with other types of injuries, there is a characteristic one that can help the doctor and the patient to diagnose the situation.
- Crepitus, is a loud or popping sound inside the hip joint. The patient may notice it in falls or sports injuries because it is an impacting sound.
- Severe pain in the hip or groin.
- Weakness in the joint, that is, the inability to support the weight on that side of the hip is felt.
- It is not possible to walk normally.
- There is a visible rotation in or out of the hip.
What is recovery like from a hip dislocation or dislocation?
Recovery will depend on the severity of the injury and the treatment chosen, for example, a patient who has been advised to rest will be able to recover in two weeks.
However, a patient who has received a hip reconstruction or replacement will require at least three months of recovery.
The indications for mobility and recovery from the daily routine vary according to the physical conditions of each patient, which can generate a faster or slower recovery depending on their history.
What is a fact is that patients will have to use crutches for a prudent time until the hip has the strength to support its weight. At the same time, high-impact sports practices are eliminated until the doctor considers it necessary.
In most cases, physical therapy exercises are recommended to help regain strength and stability in recovery, making them an important element in recovery from hip dislocation.
What exercises to avoid when recovering a dislocated hip?
It is important to avoid certain movements to recover the hip from an operation and even a dislocation. Do not do a 90-degree push-up. That is, avoid bending down with your legs straight, crossing your legs or crouching in a squatting position. Even when going to the bathroom, it is important to have an adaptation to avoid demanding flexion in the joint.
What exercises to perform to recover hip dislocation?
With the guidance of a specialist, the patient must complete a series of strategic exercises that are recommended according to the pace of recovery. At first it is about stimulation and reduction of pain, later they are strengthening, recovery of balance and range of motion.
