The Role of Physical Activity and Rehabilitation Following Hip and Knee Arthroplasty in the Elderly

The Role of Physical Activity and Rehabilitation Following Hip and Knee Arthroplasty in the Elderly

Hip and knee replacement is an effective treatment for symptomatic, end-stage hip and knee osteoarthritis, aiming to relieve pain and restore joint function. Several postoperative rehabilitation protocols and physical activities are proposed in routine clinical practice. However, their effect on cli...

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Main Authors: Rocco Papalia, Stefano Campi, Ferruccio Vorini, Biagio Zampogna, Sebastiano Vasta, Giuseppe Papalia, Chiara Fossati, Guglielmo Torre, Vincenzo Denaro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-05-01
Series:Journal of Clinical Medicine
Subjects:
hip arthroplasty
knee arthroplasty
elderly
physical activity
rehabilitation
physiotherapy
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/9/5/1401

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