Question 1

What is an example post-hip replacement rehabilitation goal for geriatric (ages 65+) patients?

Accepted Answer

Patient will ambulate 150 feet on level surfaces with a rolling walker and supervision demonstrating hip precaution compliance.

Question 2

What is an example post-hip replacement rehabilitation goal for geriatric (ages 65+) patients?

Accepted Answer

Patient will ascend/descend 4 stairs with a handrail and step-to pattern with contact guard assist within 2 minutes.

Question 3

What is an example post-hip replacement rehabilitation goal for geriatric (ages 65+) patients?

Accepted Answer

Patient will perform sit-to-stand transfers from a standard-height chair independently while maintaining posterior hip precautions.

Question 4

What is an example post-hip replacement rehabilitation goal for geriatric (ages 65+) patients?

Accepted Answer

Patient will demonstrate 4/5 hip abductor strength on the operative side as measured by manual muscle testing.

Question 5

What is an example post-hip replacement rehabilitation goal for geriatric (ages 65+) patients?

Accepted Answer

Patient will achieve active hip flexion ROM of 90 degrees on the operative side without compensatory movement patterns.

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