A dislocation comes up whenever the femoral head (the “ball”) is separated from the socket.
Nevertheless, when it occurs, hip dislocation may require a second procedure, called arevision hip replacement.
It can happen during activities that put unnecessary strain on the hip joint.
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The risk of dislocation is greater just after surgery, during the healing process.
Dislocation of a hip implant is a medical emergency.
Your healthcare provider will also want to determine why the dislocation occurred.
It may be possible for your surgeon to reposition it without surgery.
This is called a “closed reduction” and may be done underanesthesia.
The restrictions can be different based on the surgical approach.
Reducing alcohol consumption and losing weight can also help decrease the risk.
But not all factors can be controlled.
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