Hip Replacement Physiotherapy

Overview

After hip replacement, rehabilitation focuses on safe mobility and gradual progress toward daily activities. The

programme depends on the surgical approach, individual precautions, healing and advice from the healthcare team.

Common concerns

 Reduced walking tolerance after surgery

 Hip and leg weakness

 Balance and mobility difficulties

 Challenges with transfers and daily activities

Treatment approaches

 Safe movement education based on prescribed precautions

 Walking and gait training as appropriate

 Progressive strength and balance exercises when cleared

 Functional practice and home exercise guidance

Potential benefits

 Work toward safer and more confident walking

 Build strength and balance

 Practise daily tasks within prescribed precautions

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 Progress activity in line with recovery goals

FAQs

Which hip precautions should I follow?

Precautions depend on the operation and your surgeon's protocol. Follow the specific instructions provided by your

surgical team.

Can physiotherapy help me walk better?

A tailored rehabilitation plan may help improve walking and function as recovery progresses.

When can I return to normal activities?

Timing varies with healing, procedure, precautions and progress. Confirm activity plans with your care team.

Important safety note

Follow your surgeon's precautions. Seek urgent medical attention for chest pain or shortness of breath, and

promptly contact your care team for fever, wound problems, sudden severe pain, or new calf swelling or pain.