What degree of hip flexion is contraindicated for a patient who has recently undergone a total hip replacement posteriorly?
A) 40 degrees
B) 75 degrees
C) 90 degrees
D) 115 degrees

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If the replacement was done posteriorly,then hip adduction past neutral,hip flexion past 90 degrees,and internal hip rotation past neutral on the affected side should be avoided to prevent dislocation.

What Degree of Hip Flexion Is Contraindicated for a Patient