Hip Dislocation Prevention

Prevention

There are no guidelines for preventing hip dislocation. Most come from car accidents or sports injuries. To reduce your risk, take the following steps:

Wear your seatbelt in the car.
Obey speed limits and other traffic laws.
Do not drink and drive.
Wear proper safety equipment for sports.

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