Hips
This section gives information about hip surgery, physiotherapy pre, post and rehabilitation information
General Information for Hip Surgery
Do I need a prescription for my brace?
What do I need to bring to my Surgery?
Yes, you should already have a prescription for your brace and physiotherapy prior to your surgery
Prior to your surgery please bring your braces, crutches, ice machine, and Durolane (if prescribed)
When Can I shower?
5 days after surgery. After you remove the outer white dressing and cover incisions with waterproof bandages
After 6 weeks when your brace come off, you may drive. Provided that you have been not been instructed otherwise
When Can I Drive Again?
What do I do with my dressings after surgery?
How long do I used my Brace and Crutches for?
Leave on and keep dry for 5 days, then remove dressing with foam pads and place clean waterproof dressing over incisions
Use your brace crutches for the first 6 weeks to ensure your walking pattern is symmetrical
How long do I need to use my cold therapy unit?
Use as needed for 2 weeks or longer. This will help lessen your pain after surgery, decrease the swelling, and allow you to use less pain medication
Routine Follow up
2 weeks
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x-rays are taken
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Physiotherapy plan is reviewed
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Stitches are removed
6 weeks
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Hip is starting to heal
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You will be able to do more movement and stretching
3 months
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Bring your physiotherapy report
6 months
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Complete a survey on how your hip is feeling
1 year & Yearly
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Survey on how your hip is feeling
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Visits as required