What are the precautions for hip joint replacement?
May 12, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
Hip replacement refers to hip replacement surgery. Matters needing attention after hip replacement surgery include wound care, dietary adjustment, and oral medication, all of which are beneficial for recovery. In addition to the above points, regular follow-up visits and postoperative rehabilitation are also important considerations. If any discomfort or symptoms occur after surgery, timely medical evaluation is necessary, along with prompt and active treatment.
Generally speaking, hip joint replacement refers to hip arthroplasty. Matters requiring attention after hip joint replacement surgery include wound care, dietary adjustment, oral medication, etc., all of which are beneficial for recovery. Specific analysis is as follows:
1. Wound Care
Hip joint replacement surgery causes damage to the skin and other tissues, resulting in a surgical wound. The wound should not come into contact with water in the short term. If cleaning is required, normal saline or povidone-iodine solution can be used to reduce the risk of wound infection.
2. Dietary Adjustment
Due to the presence of a wound after surgery, patients should avoid consuming spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers, ginger, and Sichuan pepper. These foods contain high levels of capsaicin, which may irritate the wound and impair healing.
3. Oral Medication
After surgery, patients must take anticoagulant medications such as rivaroxaban tablets, apixaban, or edoxaban tosylate tablets under a doctor's guidance. These drugs help prevent blood clots in the lower limbs.
In addition to the above points, regular follow-up visits and postoperative rehabilitation are also important considerations. If any discomfort occurs after surgery, patients should promptly go to the hospital for relevant examinations and receive timely treatment to avoid interfering with recovery.
