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Hip pain can be debilitating and reduce your quality of life, but it does not have to be that way. The Hip & Knee orthopedic experts at EmergeOrtho—Triangle Region are dedicated to finding the best, minimally invasive treatments for addressing pain and mobility issues. This includes performing standard hip replacement protocols like physical therapy and hip replacement exercises.
Physical therapy is essential after hip replacement surgery to help minimize pain and discomfort, increase strength and range of motion, and improve overall functionality.
The primary goal of physical therapy after hip replacement surgery is to aid in the patient’s recovery process and improve their quality of life. Physical therapists will work with patients to improve their range of motion by encouraging gentle stretching and strengthening exercises.
Physical therapy after hip replacement surgery may also involve using mobility aids such as crutches, walkers, or canes. These assistive devices can help patients move around safely and effectively during the early stages of recovery.
After hip replacement surgery, proper hip rehab exercises are essential to aid recovery and improve mobility and strength. Post-op hip replacement exercises focus on rebuilding muscle strength, increasing flexibility, and restoring range of motion. A few exercises for hip replacement include:
These exercises should be done with the guidance of a medical professional and can be done with or without equipment.
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, you may have questions about the procedure and recovery. Here are some helpful tips.
Questions like “When can I bend down after hip replacement?” and “How long after hip replacement can I tie my shoes?” are common. Physical therapy will instruct patients on how to safely move around after surgery, based on their unique anatomy and other surgical factors.
Moving too much or too soon can actually result in more muscle pain or potentially a dislocation, which is rare. Gradually increasing your activities as your body gets stronger will help avoid potential complications a smooth out the recovery process..
Walking around and exercising are two of the most important aspects of hip replacement recovery, restoring blood flow, strength, and mobility. As a result, you will start physical therapy as soon as possible after surgery.
However, this must be done carefully, and under the direction of a trained medical professional. Overall, patients typically return to many normal activities very quickly after the procedure.
Walking around and exercising are two of the most important aspects of hip replacement recovery, restoring blood flow, strength, and mobility. As a result, you will start physical therapy as soon as possible after surgery.
However, this must be done carefully, and under the direction of a trained medical professional. Overall, patients typically return to many normal activities very quickly after the procedure.
With minimally invasive surgery, you can leave the hospital the morning after surgery, if not the same day. However, the rest depends on the type of work you do.
You can most likely return within 2 to 4 weeks if you have a sedentary job, sometimes sooner. For more active work, it may be as long as 3 months before you can return to full duty.
There is a significant range in the time hip replacement patients may need to wait after surgery before they can drive. Reflexes and muscle strength must return to pre-surgical levels before a patient can safely operate a vehicle.
For some, it may be as soon as 2 weeks. For others, it may be as long as 8 weeks. Additionally, drivers must no longer be taking any pain medication that could inhibit their reflexes. Doing so is not only dangerous but also illegal.
When navigating life after your surgery, you may wonder about what you should and should not do to keep your new hip safe and healthy. Consult an orthopedic medical professional who knows your specific situation. However, there are some basic rules of thumb to follow during your hip surgery recovery.
Recovering from hip replacement surgery may be a challenging process. No matter your needs, we are dedicated to providing optimal care to help you return to the activities you love and Emerge Stronger. Healthier. Better. Schedule an appointment at one of our locations today.
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