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Total Joint Replacement — Total Hip Arthroplasty (Anterior Approach)

STL Ortho Specialists · Dr. Matthew D. Collard

Weight-Bearing
WBAT
Key Restrictions
No lunges; no SLR/heel slides/marching x 4-6 wks; no weight machines x 3 months; no treadmill x 6 wks; no cuff weights >2 lbs x 6 wks
Timeline & Phases
Not phased; 6-week goals; expected PT D/C after 3-4 wks
Notes
Emphasis on gluteal strengthening and hip flexor management
Surgeon / Author
Dr. Matthew D. Collard
Published
Revised April 2019
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