Orthopedic Care Tips & Advices

  It is important to seek help for hip pain , especially when it interrupts your life. Perhaps you were scheduled for hip replacement surgery, but it was postponed due to COVID-19. Or maybe you've just been reluctant to see a doctor until it seemed safe to you again. Although you still need to protect yourself when you are away from home, you may be slowly returning to some of your activities and appointments. And taking care of your health should be at the top of the list. Learn more about hip replacement surgery, including what to expect before and after, and how we are working to protect you when you are in our care. Who Needs Hip Replacement Surgery ? Patients 65 and older are often good candidates for hip replacement surgery if they: You continued to experience chronic pain even while sitting or sleeping Exhausted all other forms of treatment Maintained an active lifestyle Total hip replacement surgery is not recommended for people who are overweight, tobacco smokers, or livin...

More than 300,000 hip replacement surgeries are performed each year in the United States. The objective of those who undergo this procedure is to improve their quality of life by reducing their pain and increasing their level of mobility. After surgery, most patients experience pain, discomfort, and only limited movement is allowed. A successful recovery requires a lot of patience, as well as adherence to the exercise and medication plans prescribed by the doctor. Here are some tips to help you or a loved one recover after hip replacement. Attend physical therapy After a hip replacement procedure, you will need to attend physical therapy to regain strength and mobility. Physical therapy will help you gradually regain your independence as you perform the prescribed exercises. Seniors can get physical therapy in an outpatient rehab center, an inpatient rehab center, or at home. Your doctor can recommend a specific type of rehabilitation to help you recover safely. Maintain personal care...