Benefits of total hip replacement to older patients and the community.

The benefits of total hip replacement in 49 people aged 55-84 with osteoarthrosis of the hip were evaluated. The main benefit was relief of symptoms, 40 patients being pain free after operation. Range of hip movement and mobility improved moderately in most patients. After operation most patients we...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Wilcock, G
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 1978