Muscle loss may slow hip replacement recovery — a trial tests whether exercise can help

This trial tests whether screening older adults for sarcopenia (loss of muscle strength and mass) before hip replacement surgery, followed by a structured exercise program after surgery, can improve recovery. Participants aged 65 and older with advanced hip osteoarthritis will be divided into groups: those with sarcopenia who receive the exercise program, those with sarcopenia who receive standard care, and those without sarcopenia who receive standard care. The study aims to see if early detection and targeted rehabilitation can lead to better muscle strength, physical function, and quality of life after hip replacement.