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Though there could be multiple reasons behind this, and a real-time examination of the patient is required to make a proper diagnosis, a probable cause could be the compression of the venous network of the hip region involved in the surgery, due to which the venous return of the ankles and legs, which is primarily via the great saphenous vein draining into femoral vein, gets interrupted, causing pooling of blood and lymph in the lower limb, causing edema and hence swollen leg and ankle.
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What are all-inclusive costs for hip knee and ankle replacement surgeries?
The cost of knee, hip and ankle replacement surgeries usually include only the procedure and the hospitalization. The prosthesis is paid by a patient separately. Rehabilitation period after the surgery is also extra charged. But there are clinics which provide the packages for knee, hip and ankle replacements. The packages usually include the consultation with an orthopedist, the surgery, hospitalization, meals and the transfer to/from an airport.
What is the joint called between the hip and ankle?
The joint between the hip and ankle is called the hip joint and the ankle joint respectively. There is no single joint that connects the hip and ankle directly.
Would i be too young at sixty six for a hip replacement?
If you need a hip replacement, then age is not an issue.
Is the ankle proximal or distal to the hip?
The ankle is distal to the hip, meaning it is further away from the trunk of the body compared to the hip.
What kind of joint is found in the hip and the ankle?
The hip joint is a ball and socket joint. The ankle joint is a hinge joint.
Where can one find more information about hip replacement surgery?
If one were to research about hip replacement surgery they would be able to find an abundance of information from visiting their local doctor. Before heading to a doctor, many questions about hip replacement would be able to be found in a library aswell.
Which can best be treated with a pillow splint?
Either lower leg; hip; ankle/foot; upper leg. I would say the best is the hip.
What is the abbreviation for a total knee replacement?
No. THR in that context would stand for total hip replacement. TKR would be the acronym for total knee replacement.
Which equipment would assist the patient with the activities of daily living with a total hip replacement?
. A patient with a total hip replacement requires special equipment. Which piece of equipment would assist the patient with the activities of daily living?
If I have severe overpronation of left ankle and pes planus is this a cause or significant factor for hip athritis. I am 49 and have been told I will be facing a hip replacement.?
yes, yes, I am 59, me too. Am doing physio and wearing arch supports first though
What are the treatments for hip dysplasia?
Hip resurfacing or total hip replacement
Best Hip replacement surgeons in Chennai?
Hip Replacement or hip arthroplasty is a surgical procedure to treat the damaged portion of the hip. A person who performs this procedure by making certain incisions to remove the damaged part of the hip and replacing them with prosthetic implants is a Hip Replacement surgeon.
