Total Hip Replacement - Activities 3+ Months After Surgery Do's & Don't

Total Hip Replacement - Activities 3+ Months After Surgery Do's & Don't

Physical Therapist Assistants Mike and Alex discuss the actvities that can be doing 3+ months after a total hip replacement. They also discuss activities that are not recommended 3 months+ following a total hip replacement.

Episode 11 - On Printable Program

This video is a part of a series of videos for the Total Hip Fitness Program.

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[hotchesh]

My surgeon told me to do whatever I want after 6 weeks. So I went skiing the next day. I own a house near a ski resort so i do it very often. Went windsurfing 2 weeks later. These are some of the things I like immensely. I’m 52 and not ready to slow down.

[pecanislandnut]

I had hip replacement surgery about 4 years ago at 52 years old after developing avascular necrosis in my left hip. Prior to the surgery, I had been playing 1/2 court 3 or 3 basketball all of my life and had a regular fairly intense game once a week for about 2 hours. I kept playing after my hip injury, and before my surgery, but I was in intense pain and was dragging my left leg. After the surgery, within 3 weeks, I was back shooting ball and within 6 months was back playing in my weekly game with no pain. I have continued to play since then (4 years) with no pain. I often forget that I have the prosthetic hip. I have noticed some issues within rotation, but that is about it. I also have snow skied on about 5 different occasions since my hip replacement. The rotation issues are more of a problem for me when I am snow skiing. While I recognize that I may be putting myself at risk, these are activities that I love and my life would not be the same without them. Eventually I will be too old for my weekly basketball game, but I intend to continue to play while I can.

[soblest]

Even with intense and chronic hip pain and ROM challenges, I maintained an above average level of fitness. I had direct anterior done and my surgeon said that by 6 weeks I’d be able to return mindfully to higher impact activities and by week 9 I would be on track to doing my traditional 54 burpees for my 54th birthday. I am 6.5 weeks postop and am absolutely thrilled with my recovery and the potential to eventually returning to All of my previous physical activities. PS my physical therapist is super nice but at my second follow up, she really had no clue what do do with me anymore because she’s never seen a patient like me before.

[richardschafer]

I just had total left hip replacement (anterior) five days ago. I am only 53, but I had a parachuting accident in the Army which, after 25 years came back to bite me. I had the surgery done at Travis AFB. They came highly recommended by my ortho doc at the VA as well as a PJ I spoke with. The docs at Travis did an outstanding job. I was able to walk the next day with a walker, and now five days later I can almost get half a block in (with a walker). I could do the whole block I believe, but I don't want to deal with the swelling afterwards. Anterior is the way to go. Totally life changing

[johnbutler]

After my hip replacement and final check up my doctor said I can play golf. I said thats wonderful I could not play before.

[gaylemathews]

Wow that's pretty restrictive and not evidence based. I fractured my hip as result of cycling accident. I am 64 and super fit. Had a dynamic hip screw now need a hip replacement. My surgeon said no restrictions. Quality of life is what is important. I like his attitude. If you have been active all your life you need to continue to do it. Find a surgeon and physical therapists that support your goals. I intend to squat with bar, deadlift and use freeweights. There are plenty of people out there doing just that.
What you are saying is an opinion not a fact. My understanding is there is no research that backs up what you are saying. Quality of life people !

[binniparis]

Thanks - 58yo. Just had 2nd hip done. Want them to last. Glad I love cycling and swimming. So great to be pain free after op. Xx

[vetreferee]

I’m 58. Had my THR three months ago. At six weeks I was cleared for all activities. My surgeon simply said do what you feel comfortable doing. I was back at the gym 10 days post op and doing squats again at 6 weeks. What you guys are telling people doesn’t apply to everyone. Active people recover quickly and are able to return to everything. The surgeon also said that the chance of dislocation is very low. I got the hip replacement to become more active not to slow down.

[Chicogolf]

I’m 51 and just had hip resurfacing surgery 2 months ago. It is awesome and will allow you to be as active as you want to be. Many professional athletes have had this done and returned. Patrick Kane, NHL is one of the most recent. Highly recommend for those in their 50’s or younger.

[mikesmith-rpmb]

Im 58 and six weeks post op. I love cycling. You mention a high top tube. Pre op i had real problems getting on and off my bike. Post op walking without a limp, easily on and off the bike. Such a change.
Get it done.! Stay strong and confident and do your physio religiously.! ☘️💚🇮🇪

[feliciacoffey]

These guidelines are incredibly conservative for people who were very athletic before hip replacement. I have seen other experts green light alot more rigorous sports or lifting.

[DrumAndStrum]

Thanks, I had total hip replacements on both hips at 32 back in 2017. This list is what was recommended to me as well. It may seem restrictive, but you have to adjust—there's no point in taking unnecessary risks. It is what it is.

[Reg]

Great information! I’m 59 and have had a knee replacement on my right and hip replacement on my left. I’m learning each day what I can and cannot do. However, I’m still active and I don’t feel slighted.

[RickWilliamscrm]

My surgeon said no restrictions after 6 weeks. If you were active in the past no reason to stop. The restrictions mentioned in this Video are for someone really old, obese or not in very good shape to begin with. I'm not sure why all these people on this thread think an Anterior surgical approach is better than a mini Posterior, it's not. You may recover a few days faster but essentially they're doing the same operation with more risk of nerve damage. I'm 66, had a mini posterior and was walking unaided in 3 days.

[Mibular]

Thank you. I haven't been taking chances with my new hip. This confirms my instincts.

[johnstoner]

The two times I went skydiving I was tandem with an experienced jumper. We did not have a hard landing either time. The last time I slid on my butt in the grass. I think if you're tandem and the person you're paired with knows your constraints and is sufficiently experienced to land in a specific way, you will be fine to skydive.

[greatmusiryan]

Had posterior hip 3 months ago and now going back to gym at last after 18 months off to much pain then wow the difference it makes new me

[pacervault]

I'm ready to get back into Pole Vaulting and High Jumping! My new hip feels amazing! I'm probably not going to hurdle ever again, but who knows? I was excited that at age 60 I was able to jump up and touch the basketball rim 6 weeks after hip replacement...but I won't tell my doctor, lol.

[AkshayBhosaleDance]

Hi team,

Thanks for the video, hope you all are doing great.

I am a professional dancer, dancing with right hip replaced for the past 14 year’s.

Ideally I do a ride motorcycles as well.

Both dancing and motorcycling have been a part of my life and I don’t want to let it go.
At the same time I take enough care and I am totally aware when I do these activities.

Out of the activities you mentioned above, can you elaborate how and best ways to ride safe, permissible or not, while riding a motorcycle?

It would be of great help. Thanks!

[JT--ppjh]

45years old avn just had right hip replaced no more pain but using a walker can get some getting use too..