Hip replacements are becoming more common at younger ages as people are staying active longer.
Exercises after total hip replacement.
Regaining your range of motion and strength after total hip replacement surgery is critical to regaining your ability to do the things that are important to you.
Your orthopaedic surgeon and physical therapist may recommend that you exercise for 20 to 30 minutes 2 or 3 times a day during your early recovery.
In the long term it s safe to go back to most if not all kinds of exercise after a total hip replacement.
Not all patients need to comply with these restrictions as they differ with the incision location and type of hip prosthetic used.
Regular exercise to restore strength and mobility to your hip and a gradual return to everyday activities are important for your full recovery after hip replacement.
Why is physical therapy after a total hip replacement surgery important.