Hip Surgery Recovery: Safe Movements & Techniques

The Rehabilitation Services Department at Moffitt Cancer Center presents this instructional video to help you learn the necessary motions and procedures for a full recovery following hip surgery. After hip surgery, your body requires careful movement to support healing and prevent damage to surgical repairs.

Discover the correct way to move and avoid harmful motions that could compromise your hip surgery recovery.

This instructional video highlights three fundamental movements to avoid post-hip surgery:

▪️Avoid Crossing the Surgical Leg: Learn why it's crucial not to cross your surgery leg past the middle of your body, whether standing, sitting, or lying down. Using pillows between your knees while lying down can help maintain proper leg positioning.
▪️Prevent Hip Flexion Beyond 90 Degrees: Understand the importance of maintaining a proper L-shape (90-degree angle) with your hip and avoiding a V-shape (excessive bending). Maintaining good posture and using elevated surfaces like a high toilet can assist in this.
▪️Keep the Surgical Leg from Turning Inward: Learn how to prevent the surgical leg's inward rotation to avoid strain and maintain proper alignment during movements.

Comment to let us know what other tools have helped your Hip Surgery Recovery. Your insights can benefit others on their recovery journey!

Discover helpful tips for daily living aids, such as long-handled reachers or sock aids, which can assist in reaching items and maintaining independence during recovery. Your occupational and physical therapists are valuable resources to address any concerns related to your recovery journey.

Following these guidelines and techniques can promote a smoother and more successful recovery process after hip surgery. Empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate daily activities safely and effectively during this healing period.

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★ TABLE OF CONTENTS ★

(0:00) Introduction to Post-Hip Surgery Movement
(0:20) Understanding Hip Joint Motion
(0:30) Movements to Avoid Post-Surgery
(0:50) Crossing Leg Past the Midline, Avoiding the V Shape Bend
(1:00) Mobility: Preventing Leg Turning Inward
(1:10) Using Pillow for Support, Maintaining Proper Posture
(1:20) Resources and Assistance, Contacting Therapists for Help

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[buddyboyx]

Why are none of the questions posted answered? That speaks very poorly of the Moffit Cancer Center.

[colebrendah]

Well done madam, I had a total hip replacement 1 year ago but the hip oparated first is limping and the last one healed completely. I did physiotherapy and gym but no change. I feel sad😢.. kindly help please 🙏

[evets]

Thanks for the video. ))
I do have a couple of questions. (I'm 4 days post op - posterior approach)
Is it common the have:
super sharp pain in the knee joint?
sharp pain in the bum?
Thanks for looking at my questions

[pinakdesai]

How long this need to be avoided post surgery?

[cnbqldw]

Long leg brace is reqired or without brace patient can walk pls suggest me

[skindiver]

Having my THR in 4 days
Just researching cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[areejps]

Thank you very much, this is so useful for me, i did a hip replacement recently, and i do not know how to move from the bed alone without assessment

[sheetsahu]

Mam mera hipjoint ka operation hua hai lekin walk krne problem hota hai

[weadnan]

Wt is the reason of little blood discharge after hip surgery 10 days after

[tommysmith]

My understanding is that you do not want to let the foot on your surgical leg turn inward if you have the posterior method, but if you have the anterior method, you do not want to let the foot on your surgical leg turn outward. Please clarify.

[putriaulianisucii]

How long the recovery after hip replacement ?

[Brookside]

Why don't you add that this does not apply to anterior hip surgery?

[christopheralonge]

Do these rules apply if you had anterior approach done during surgery

[akashkuthe]

Total hip replacement could be avoided with neuro therapy and ayurvedic treatment .
I have bilateral Avascular necrosis in my hip of 2nd stage and I have lot of relief from the treatment.

[lindacassell]

I’m about to get a hip replacement and to be honest I’m scared to death to have it done

[saltpepperketchup]

I REALLY wish they would use people who actually have had hip replacement so it would show the realistic outcomes of posture and stride, etc.
I hate this fake crap.

[kareemalim]

Do you have a number I can call I broke my hip 4, weeks ago