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What physical therapy exercises did you do after hip replacement?
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Nov 12, 2023 | Replies (58)Comment receiving replies
I believe (if I remember correctly!) that I was walking unaided within 3-4 wks. Everyone was amazed at my fast recovery myself included. Your recovery also depends on the procedure your surgeon uses as there are 3 different positions a surgeon may choose to place the incision and also how aggressive the post op therapy is. My surgeon had me up and walking within hours of surgery. I would research the ortho doctors available, their methods and patient reviews and if possible choose someone who was referred to you.
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I was also walking unaided within a couple weeks, and was up walking the day after surgery (with a walker then). It's been a month now, I don't use a walker, crutches, etc., but might use a cane if I go to the grocery store. Cannot drive yet, they say if it's you're right side, you have to wait at least 4 weeks, 6-8 is even more likely. My surgeon is very reputable, he just does not push PT for hip replacement patients. He said that a recent study showed that hip patients recover as well without it. I don't know if I buy that...but I have gone to PT a few times and feel worse after I go. I will give it more of a chance, sounds like I might just be too impatient...but it is still quite painful. My incision is from side to side, maybe 6" long, at an angle, if that tells you anything..