Many patients find that Hip Replacement Recovery is actually easier and faster than knee replacement recovery.

Because the hip is a deep ball-and-socket joint with good blood supply, it tends to heal very well.

Here is what your journey looks like.

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The Timeline

Day 0 (Surgery Day)

• Surgery takes 60-90 minutes.
• You will walk (with a walker) the same evening. Early movement prevents clots and stiffness.

Days 1-3 (Hospital)

• Pain management.
• Physiotherapy to learn how to sit, stand, and use stairs.
• Discharge usually happens on Day 3.

Weeks 1-3 (Home)

• Walking with a walker or cane.
• Exercises to strengthen the glutes.
• Milestone: Most patients switch from a walker to a cane (or nothing) by week 2-3.

Weeks 4-6 (Gaining Freedom)

• Driving is usually allowed (if off painkillers).
• Walking distance increases significantly.
• Returning to desk jobs.

Months 3-6 (Full Recovery)

• Full return to activities like golf, hiking, and swimming.
• The hip feels natural.

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Pain vs. Stiffness

Unlike knees, hips rarely get stiff. The main challenge is muscle weakness. Once the muscles strengthen, the limp disappears.

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Takeaway

Don't fear the downtime. It is a short investment for a lifetime of mobility.

Most patients say: "I wish I had done it sooner."

Get moving with Dr. Abhijit Kale.