hip prosthesis and
risky sports
After the implantation of a regular hip prosthesis, there are certain high-risk sports that should be avoided due to the increased risk of injury and wear. These sports carry the risk of placing excessive strain on the prosthesis, which could lead to premature wear, loosening or even breakage of the prosthesis. In general, sports that involve high levels of strain, rapid changes in direction or intense impact are problematic.
With surface replacement, the permission for high-risk sports is somewhat more generous. However, it always depends on the individual case. It always requires individual consultation with your doctor/surgeon.
Risky sports that should be discussed with your doctor after a regular hip prosthesis implantation.
1. Contact sports:
- football, basketball, handball, rugby – high risk of falls and collisions
2. Extreme sports:
- Skiing, snowboarding, ice skating – risk of falls.
3. Martial arts:
- Boxing, judo, karate, wrestling Risk of injury from direct blows, kicks or falls.
4. Running sports:
- Long distance running, marathon, jumping training - constant shock and impact forces.
5. Intensive racket sports:
- Tennis, squash - quick changes of direction and jumps, which leads to heavy strain on the hip.v
6. Horse riding:
– Horse riding carries the risk of falling
Your Dr. Alexander Moser
Your sports doctor and sports orthopedics in Berlin
Your sports doctor and sports orthopedics in Berlin
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