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DiscussionWhat exercises help recovery & strength after hip replacement?
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Hi @oregonjan
I was an avid hiker before hip replacement surgery and it sounds like we face(d) similar challenges walking after THR surgery. I ended up seeing a PT who is a gait specialist. Here’s what helped me the most, beyond the strengthening exercises, I think. I had to intentionally walk slow for a week or two using the heel, roll, toe. This was for every step, no exceptions. I had the same walking sideways along the counter exercises too. One day I turned on some dance music. It didn’t happen overnight, but after that I played fun music when I did them. I guess a multimodal approach worked. Best wishes on your recovery! I know how difficult it is.
@oregonjan Reading your description makes me think something else is going on. An in person PT or chiro consult might pick up something else like a nerve impingement or a spine issue. Water PT might help too. If the cane is an issue (I cannot use one due to arthritis) a forearm crutch or an upright walker are options. Please pursue this as the longer it lingers, the harder recovery gets.
Sue