Beschreibung:
<jats:p> Rehabilitation and patient satisfaction following a modified anterolateral approach for implantation of a total hip replacement (THR) were reviewed following 72 consecutive cases. </jats:p><jats:p> The Harris Hip and merle d'Aubigné Scores were recorded at 6 and 12 weeks postoperatively. The patient's satisfaction with regard to the surgical result and the need for analgesia for mobilization were recorded. Rehabilitation was assessed by postoperative crutch use. </jats:p><jats:p> Significant improvements of the Harris Hip and merle d'Aubigné scores were demonstrated. All patients thought their surgical outcome was good or better. 2 patients needed pain medicine on an irregular basis and 4 patients used crutches at 12 weeks. </jats:p><jats:p> This study demonstrates patient satisfaction and satisfactory rehabilitation following a modified anterolateral approach for minimally-invasive implantation of THR. </jats:p>