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Avascular Necrosis of the Hip
Avascular necrosis means bone death due to a lack of blood supply. A disrupted blood supply occurs when there is a fracture, dislocation, or repetitive trauma to the neck of the femur. Signs and symptoms include pain, limitation of movement and pain with walking. X-rays, MRI, or a bone scan may be helpful in diagnosing this disorder. Surgical decompression or total hip replacement may be necessary.
Possible Treatments
- Aerobic/Endurance Exercise Video
- Core Strengthening Video
- Cryotherapy or Cold Therapy Video
- Electrotherapeutic Modalities
- Gait or Walking Training Video
- Hip Active Range of Motion Video
- Hip Joint Mobilization Video
- Hip Passive Range of Motion Video
- Hip Resistive Range of Motion Video
- Isometric Exercise Video
- Proprioception Exercises Video
- Physical Agents
- Stretching/Flexibility Exercise Video
- Aerobic/Endurance Exercise
Possible Treatment Goals
- Improve Balance
- Decrease Risk of Reoccurrence
- Improve Function
- Improve Muscle Strength and Power
- Improve Proprioception
- Decrease Postoperative Complications
- Improve Range of Motion
- Self-care of Symptoms
- Improve Safety
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