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How Long Does Pain In Hip Post Hip Replacement Surgery Last?
Posted on
Fri, 7 Aug 2015
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Fri, 7 Aug 2015
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Question : I had a hip replacement yesterday and I am in horrible pain My hip and leg are so sore. How long does this awful pain last?
Brief Answer:
1-2 weeks
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
This pain can last for 1-2 weeks .
With adequate analgesia this pain can be brought well under control.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
1-2 weeks
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
This pain can last for 1-2 weeks .
With adequate analgesia this pain can be brought well under control.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
hi. thanks for the info. I came home today instead of going to rehab. my leg kills me when I walk not sitting. is this normal? Thanks
Brief Answer:
This could be normal.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
Yes this could be normal process of pain and recovery after surgery.
It will subside soon.
Do not worry.
Thank you.
This could be normal.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
Yes this could be normal process of pain and recovery after surgery.
It will subside soon.
Do not worry.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Thanks again. About how long will i have to be careful about moving my hip a certain way--like bending, turning etc. I seem to forget sometimes then i worry about popping it out. Thanks
Brief Answer:
Relevant Do's and Don't's suggested.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
Let me suggest you few Do's and Don't's post Hip replacement which should offer you early clinical recovery.
1.The Don'ts--
Don't cross your legs at the knees for at least 6 to 8 weeks.
Don't bring your knee up higher than your hip.
Don't lean forward while sitting or as you sit down.
Don't try to pick up something on the floor while you are sitting.
Don't turn your feet excessively inward or outward when you bend down.
Don't reach down to pull up blankets when lying in bed.
Don't bend at the waist beyond 90 degrees.
2.The Dos----------
Do keep the leg facing forward.
Do keep the affected leg in front as you sit or stand.
Do use a high kitchen or bar stool in the kitchen.
Do kneel on the knee on the operated leg (the bad side).
Do use ice to reduce pain and swelling, but remember that ice will diminish sensation. Don't apply ice directly to the skin; use an ice pack or wrap it in a damp towel.
Do apply heat before exercising to assist with range of motion.
Use a heating pad or hot, damp towel for 15 to 20 minutes.
Do cut back on your exercises if your muscles begin to ache, but don't stop doing them!For this you need a physio supervision.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
Relevant Do's and Don't's suggested.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
Let me suggest you few Do's and Don't's post Hip replacement which should offer you early clinical recovery.
1.The Don'ts--
Don't cross your legs at the knees for at least 6 to 8 weeks.
Don't bring your knee up higher than your hip.
Don't lean forward while sitting or as you sit down.
Don't try to pick up something on the floor while you are sitting.
Don't turn your feet excessively inward or outward when you bend down.
Don't reach down to pull up blankets when lying in bed.
Don't bend at the waist beyond 90 degrees.
2.The Dos----------
Do keep the leg facing forward.
Do keep the affected leg in front as you sit or stand.
Do use a high kitchen or bar stool in the kitchen.
Do kneel on the knee on the operated leg (the bad side).
Do use ice to reduce pain and swelling, but remember that ice will diminish sensation. Don't apply ice directly to the skin; use an ice pack or wrap it in a damp towel.
Do apply heat before exercising to assist with range of motion.
Use a heating pad or hot, damp towel for 15 to 20 minutes.
Do cut back on your exercises if your muscles begin to ache, but don't stop doing them!For this you need a physio supervision.
Post your further queries if any,
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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