What patient parameters influence lumbar stiffness in patients with hip pathology?
Jeroen C F VerhaegenNuno Alves BatistaRyan FosterRyan GrahamPhilippe PhanGeorge GrammatopoulosPublished in: Journal of orthopaedic research : official publication of the Orthopaedic Research Society (2023)
Lumbar stiffness is dependent on modifiable- (muscle atrophy) and non-modifiable- (extend of DDD) factors. This can guide non-operative management of hip pathology, emphasizing relevance of core muscle rehabilitation to improve posture and stiffness. Identification ≥4 DDD-levels should alert surgeons of increased THA instability-risk. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.