Total Hip Replacement Baltimore MD Recovery

Total hip replacement Baltimore MD can provide relief from hip pain, but for the best results it is important that you follow all of your doctor’s instructions for recovery.

Hip surgery Baltimore requires hospital stay

Hip replacement Baltimore usually requires a 3-5 day hospital stay.  The procedure is done under general anesthesia, and you may still be very tired when you wake up.  As soon as you are fully awake and your pain is controlled, you may be asked to start moving your hip joint to begin building strength and mobility.  Your doctor will most likely recommend that you do not drive for several weeks after your hip surgery Baltimore, so arrange ahead of time for someone to drive you home from the hospital.

Medication after total hip replacement Baltimore MD

You will be given pain medication while you are in the hospital and more pain medicines will be prescribed to you when you go home.  Depending on your circumstances, you may also be prescribed anti-inflammatory medicine or anti-biotics.  Blood clots are sometimes a risk after hip replacement Baltimore, so you may also be prescribed blood thinners.  It is important that you take these medicines exactly as directed after your hip surgery Baltimore.

Early recovery from hip surgery Baltimore

You may have trouble moving in the weeks immediately after your hip replacement Baltimore, so if possible you should arrange for someone to help you around the house.  Your doctor and physical therapist will give you a list of specific activities that are helpful and specific activities that may be harmful after your hip surgery Baltimore.  The prescribed helpful exercises are vital for building strength.  Movements that should be avoided after hip surgery Baltimore include:

• Bending your hip more than 90 degrees

• Twisting your hip

• Swiveling on the ball of your foot

• Crossing your legs over each other

• Sitting on low chairs and toilet seats

After full recovery from hip replacement Baltimore

Full recovery usually takes 3-6 months.  Many people who are in good overall health and have been working to strengthen their hip joint can return to low-impact physical activities such as biking, walking, and swimming after hip replacement Baltimore.  You may have to avoid high-impact activities such as football, volleyball, and basketball because these can damage the artificial joint.