The older people get, the more frequently hip joint damage occurs, caused by normal wear and tear, diseases such as rheumatism, or even fractures. However, nowadays, medicine, especially orthopedics and surgery, can help those affected: approximately 150,000 artificial hip joints are implanted in Germany each year. An orthopedic specialist and an occupational therapist have compiled a wealth of information in this book about the artificial joint itself, the surgery, alternative treatment options, and an overview of aftercare for you. In the second, more practical part, detailed guidelines for protecting the new hip are presented, along with valuable tips for performing everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, sitting and standing, bending, climbing stairs, driving, and more.