Ask Dr. Marks: 07/04

I’m 74 and still play competitive tennis. Several years ago I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my hip. While I’m not experiencing a great deal of pain, my mobility is less each year. Is there any type of hip replacement that would allow me to continue playing tennis?

I generally discourage my patients from playing competitive singles tennis after a total hip replacement, although they may continue to play doubles. The general population of patients with…