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How long is the recovery for having a total hip replacement?
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6-12 weeks: Usually 6 to 12 weeks but depending on the surgery and the individual this can vary.
Answered 12/29/2012
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Hip recovery: In general it takes 3 to 6 months to recover after hip replacement. If your surgery is done through a posterior approach then recovery may take longer if it is done via a direct anterior approach recovery may be shorter.
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