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Research Article: Does Hand Grip Strength (HGS) Predict Functional Independence Differently in Patients Post Hip Replacement Due to Osteoarthritis versus Patients Status Post Hip Replacement Due to a Fracture?

Date Published: 2023-07-24

Introduction:
Hip joint replacement has become one of the most frequent surgical interventions of the th century and the incidence of the procedure in people over is significantly increasing. One of the main causes of hip replacement is osteoarthritis leading to hip joint damage and consequently to the deterioration of quality of life. Osteoarthritis of the hip joint affects about .% of the population, and occurs more often in women than men. Hip replacement reduces pain and improves functional capacity in patients with…

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