@bbeebe1943
Congratulations on your new hip though I’m sorry to hear you’re still having so much discomfort. I’m not speaking from personal experience as I’ve not had a hip replacement. However, I have 3 friends within this past year who have undergone full hip replacements and each one of them worked closely with a physical therapist.
So I’m really surprised that your surgeon said it wasn’t necessary. From the experiences of my friends and my mother, who had a knee replacement, PT is an integral part of recovery and long term flexibility, range of motion and continued health of the new hip or knee.

Have you had a follow-up appointment with the surgeon yet? If not, call the office and request they set you up with a physical therapist. Generally they work very closely with the orthopedic surgeons to ensure a positive outcome to your replacement.

Were any exercises suggested to you?
I found some information regarding hip replacements and exercises. However, you should find out if these are permitted before trying them.
Wishing you a speedy recovery so you can get up and out again! Lori

Hopefully there are other Connect members who have had the surgery who can give you more guidance.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/hip-replacement/about/pac-20385042
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/15570-total-hip-replacement-post-op-exercises