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<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\tThe hip prosthesis, now not an impedimenta<\/h2>\n
Fortunately, as of today, the hip replacement surgery is absolutely not an impediment<\/strong> to continue playing golf.<\/p>\n Nowadays, interventions are less invasive<\/strong>, with less bleeding, pain and recovery times. All this should not underestimate the importance<\/strong> of the postoperative period, which is understood as <\/p>\n care and rehabilitation.<\/p>\n To prevent<\/strong> early wear and tear of the hip joint , factors to consider include:<\/strong><\/p>\n – Stress due to sport or work activity The signs that make us suspect<\/strong> a problem at the level of the hip joint (coxofemoral) are mainly pain in the groin or on the front side of the leg, and a permanent or sudden limp.<\/p>\n At the first symptoms, it is highly recommended<\/strong> to make an appointment with a traumatologist and evaluate the situation of the joint with x-rays and magnetic resonance imaging.<\/p>\n If the joint wear is minimal, we can considerably improve<\/strong> the conditions with physiotherapy and specific supplementation and prolonged in time since the prostheses have a limited life and if we can wait, so much the better.<\/p>\n If, on the other hand, the joint is already too worn out<\/strong> and the disability it causes in daily life is significant, it is necessary to opt for surgery and solve the problem<\/strong> by implanting a hip prosthesis.<\/p>\n The first few months are critical<\/strong> for complete recovery, and great attention must be paid to:<\/p>\n – Correct ambulation with crutches The latter are excessive bending (e.g., picking up an object on the floor) or crossing the legs (e.g., when sitting or sleeping) as these can dislodge the prosthesis<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Once the post-operative diagnostic tests have been done (usually one month after the operation) and the conditions are optimal<\/strong>, we can return to the practice field and start with short game and<\/strong> soft shots<\/strong> with irons.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n During practice it is advisable<\/strong>: Sessions of thirty minutes maximum<\/strong> or interspersed with breaks.<\/p>\n – Open the toe on the prosthetic side, to avoid stressing the area with excessive extra rotations during the swing I recommend to continue under the supervision<\/strong> of a physiotherapist who will dilute the sessions over the weeks and will continue to evaluate: All fundamental factors for the prosthesis to last for many years<\/strong> without discomfort. If you want to see more articles of interest visit our magazine<\/a> section.<\/p>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/andaluciagolf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Protesis_de_cadera_003.webp\")
<\/h2>\nFactors to avoid acquiring a hip prosthesis<\/h3>\n
– Congenital dysfunctions
– Obesity
– Osteoporosis
– Previous traumas<\/p>\nHow do we recognize the signs of a possible hip problem?<\/h3>\n
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Different cases that may or may not involve a hip replacement<\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n
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The hip prosthesis, post-operative recovery<\/h3>\n
– Balance exercises
– Strengthening of leg and gluteal muscles
– No weight gain
– Avoiding dangerous movements for the prosthesis<\/p>\nGolf with a hip prosthesis, words of Chiara Cantone<\/h3>\n
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– Train a slow and leisurely swing
– Avoid walking for long distances on uneven terrain (choose the buggy)
– Avoid bending down to pick up the ball (use other means)<\/p>\n
– The condition of the tissues (mainly edema and scarring)
– The condition of the muscles (tone and eventual contractures)
– Balance and ambulation<\/p>\n
Good golf, in good health!<\/p>\n