How do I keep my hip incision dry in the shower?

Tub/Shower
  1. To make sure the surgical sites stay dry, cover the dressing with “Glad Press and Seal.” Note: Your post-surgical dressing is water proof.
  2. Transfer into the tub from a seated position if possible, sitting on a shower chair or tub-transfer bench and then swinging your legs into the tub from a seated position.

How soon can you shower after a total hip replacement?

Do not sit on the bottom of the tub to bathe for at least 3 months after hip replacement surgery. Wait until your doctor says it is okay.

How do I wash my hair after hip replacement surgery?

Wash your hair using normal shampoo. Make sure you rinse the shampoo from your hair and body. Wash your face with your regular soap or cleanser. Using a fresh, clean washcloth and 1/3 of the Hibiclens Soap or CHG, wash from your neck down.

Can you go to the bathroom after hip replacement?

Going to the bathroom doesn’t have to cause any worry after hip replacement surgery. There are just a few steps to take so that you don’t experience unnecessary pain or discomfort: Lean on your non-operated hip for support. Support yourself even more with your arm/elbow on the same side.

How do I turn in bed after hip replacement?

Is it OK to sit in a recliner after hip replacement surgery?

You will need to keep both legs elevated for the first 4 to 6 weeks following surgery. This is best accomplished in a recliner chair, or a chair with armrests and an ottoman for appropriate leg support. Prepare a sleeping room on the main floor, or ensure that you only have to climb the stairs once a day.

How do you use the toilet after hip surgery?

How long does it take for bone to grow into hip replacement?

If the prosthesis is not cemented into place, it is necessary to allow four to six weeks (for the femur bone to “grow into” the implant) before the hip joint is able to bear full weight and walking without crutches is possible.

What is the best exercise after total hip replacement?

Walking. Walking is the best exercise for a healthy recovery, because walking will help you recover hip movement. Initially, the use of a walker or crutches will help to prevent blood clots and strengthen your muscles which will improve hip movement.

How long do you have to sleep with a pillow between your legs after hip replacement?

Make sure you continue sleeping with the pillow between your legs for at least six weeks.

Why do I waddle after hip replacement?

Oftentimes, this gait results from straining your hip abductor muscles during physical activity. Exercises aimed at strengthening your glutes are a common culprit. In this case, the gait will likely fade as muscle inflammation fades. This gait can also appear after a total hip replacement surgery.

How long does it take for a hip replacement to stop hurting?

As you continue physical therapy, your pain levels should slowly decrease to about 1 or 2 in 12 weeks after the hip replacement.

Can you ever bend over after hip replacement?

Are there permanent restrictions after hip replacement?

When Can You Bend Past 90 Degrees After Hip Replacement? You should not bend your hip beyond 60 to 90 degrees for the first six to 12 weeks after surgery. Do not cross your legs or ankles, either. It’s best to avoid bending to pick things up during this period.

Is it normal to limp after hip replacement?

Less chance of the hip coming out is only the beginning. This anterior hip is so much more stable that patients are no longer given restrictions after hip replacement. That’s right, no restrictions. After an anterior hip replacement you can do anything you want to.

When can you walk without crutches after hip replacement?

Many patients who have had a complete hip replacement have experienced a limp for some time leading up to surgery. Traumatic injury hip replacements are rare. Most hip replacements are performed on individuals who have developed hip problems with aging and normal wear & tear.

What happens if you bend past 90 degrees after hip replacement?

3 to 6 Weeks After Hip Replacement Surgery

You’ll likely be able to walk without a walker or crutches.

What are the 3 hip precautions?

Summary: Avoiding the typical post-surgical precautions after hip replacement surgery — such as avoiding bending the hip past 90 degrees, turning the knee or foot inward and crossing the leg past the middle of the body — may lead to shorter inpatient rehabilitation time and faster overall recovery.

Why does my thigh hurt after hip replacement?

slide 1 of 3, Hip Replacement (Posterior) Precautions: Safe positions for your hip,
  • Keep your toes pointing forward or slightly out. Don’t rotate your leg too far.
  • Move your leg or knee forward. Try not to step back.
  • Keep your knees apart. Don’t cross your legs.