Effects of Early Physical Therapy Intervention in the Rehabilitation of a Total Hip Arthroplasty Revision with an Anterior Approach: Case Report

Author

Jordan Clevy, Governors State University

Publication Date

Spring 2015

Document Type

Project Summary

Degree Name

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Department

Physical Therapy

First Advisor

Russell E. Carter, PT, Ed.D.

Second Advisor

Joyce Sligar, PT, MBA, MA, CEEAA

Third Advisor

Roberta O'Shea, PT, DPT, Ph.D.

Abstract

Advances in medical technology have greatly changed the way surgeons perform surgical procedures. The push by surgeons and their patients for less invasive surgeries has caused surgeons to turn to an anterior approach for total hip arthroplasty and revisions of total hip arthroplasty. The less invasive nature of the anterior approach has led to faster recovery time and less pain. Nearly all total hip arthroplasty and revision patients will receive physical therapy services to guide and assist the patient in a steadfast recovery. This case study explores the results of functional physical therapy interventions on an 80 year old female post total hip arthroplasty revision.

Recommended Citation

Clevy, Jordan, "Effects of Early Physical Therapy Intervention in the Rehabilitation of a Total Hip Arthroplasty Revision with an Anterior Approach: Case Report" (2015). All Capstone Projects. 110.
https://opus.govst.edu/capstones/110