Hip Rehab: The hip arthroplasty patient is expected to walk next day. In cemented hip one can put weight on it as tolerated. In press fit, noncemeted hip , patient is advised not to put weight on it for 6 weeks. One has to follow hip precautions trough out life. ( not to cross legs, sit on low chair or commode or bend forward to full extent etc. ).
Answered 8/24/2013
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Variable: Every patient will recover at their own pace after a total hip replacement. Your recovery will be influenced by multiple variables, including your pre-op condition, severity of your arthritis, stiffness of your hip, the type of surgical approach used, and your motivation and active participation in your recovery process. For most patients, "normal" activities can gradually be resumed by 4-6 weeks.
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