Eur J Orthop Surg Tr
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Eur J Orthop Surg Tr · Dec 1996
[Social and professional effects of hip prosthetic replacment on people under 50 years of age].
Although total hip prosthetic replacement is a common surgical procedure, it is not without social and professional consequences. In a certain number of cases, return to occupational activities is not possible. In others, it is difficult. ⋯ It is advisable that they should be accompanied in this step by competent librarians. Compatible occupational activity: Functional rehabilitation will be completed by retraining aiming at recovering stamina and at intensifying physical activities level essentially by play or sports activities. In some cases, retraining in a specialized centre can be considered.