Eight out of ten patients return to a sports level equal to their pre-symptomatic level after total hip arthroplasty. A return to high-impact sports activities is less likely but is definitely possible in experienced patients.

Overall, seven out of ten patients return to work after total hip arthroplasty. However, modern-day studies showed a mean return to work of 86%. This might be attributed to the increase in total hip arthroplasty in patients aged < 65 years as well as more liberal work recommendations.

Preoperative sports participation and lower age are predictive of a successful return to sports. Preoperative sick leave and a high workload are predictive of no return to work.