The results of a hip operation are greatly improved after range of motion and muscle strengthening exercises. Follow all safety measures which are given to protect your hip. If any of these exercises cause increased pain or swelling in your joint, decrease the amount until you are comfortable again. Then slowly increase the exercises. Call your caregiver if you have problems or questions.
HOME CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Most of the following instructions are designed to prevent the dislocation of your new hip.
Do not put on socks or shoes without following the instructions of your caregivers.
Sit on high chairs so your hips are not bent more than 90 degrees.
Sit on chairs with arms. Use the chair arms to help push yourself up when arising.
Keep your …show more content…
This helps prevent blood clots.
Return to work as instructed by your caregiver.
Do not drive a car for 6 weeks or as instructed.
Do not drive while taking narcotics.
Wear elastic stockings until instructed not to.
Make sure you keep all of your appointments after your operation with all of your doctors and caregivers.
RANGE OF MOTION AND STRENGTHENING EXERCISES
These exercises are designed to help you keep full movement of your hip joint. Follow your caregiver's or physical therapist's instructions. Perform all exercises about fifteen times, three times per day or as directed. Exercise both hips, even if you have had only one joint replacement. These exercises can be done on a training (exercise) mat, on the floor, on a table or on a bed. Use whatever works the best and is most comfortable for you. Use music or television while you are exercising so that the exercises are a pleasant break in your day. This will make your life better with the exercises acting as a break in routine you can look forward to.
Lying on your back, slowly slide your foot toward your buttocks, raising your knee up off the floor. Then slowly slide your foot back down until your leg is straight
HOME CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Most of the following instructions are designed to prevent the dislocation of your new hip.
Do not put on socks or shoes without following the instructions of your caregivers.
Sit on high chairs so your hips are not bent more than 90 degrees.
Sit on chairs with arms. Use the chair arms to help push yourself up when arising.
Keep your …show more content…
This helps prevent blood clots.
Return to work as instructed by your caregiver.
Do not drive a car for 6 weeks or as instructed.
Do not drive while taking narcotics.
Wear elastic stockings until instructed not to.
Make sure you keep all of your appointments after your operation with all of your doctors and caregivers.
RANGE OF MOTION AND STRENGTHENING EXERCISES
These exercises are designed to help you keep full movement of your hip joint. Follow your caregiver's or physical therapist's instructions. Perform all exercises about fifteen times, three times per day or as directed. Exercise both hips, even if you have had only one joint replacement. These exercises can be done on a training (exercise) mat, on the floor, on a table or on a bed. Use whatever works the best and is most comfortable for you. Use music or television while you are exercising so that the exercises are a pleasant break in your day. This will make your life better with the exercises acting as a break in routine you can look forward to.
Lying on your back, slowly slide your foot toward your buttocks, raising your knee up off the floor. Then slowly slide your foot back down until your leg is straight