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Physical therapists from the UW Health Rehabilitation program provide support for patients before and after surgery.
Your rehabilitation program is an important component of your complete recovery from hip preservation or replacement surgery and plays an integral role in returning your to full health and movement. Your physical therapist will work with you to prepare you for surgery and design a rehabilitation program that starts immediately after your surgery, including exercises to strengthen your hip, recommendations for movement and pain control.
Your Recovery After Hip Preservation Surgery
Your Recovery After Hip Replacement Surgery
Your rehabilitation will begin the day after your surgery.
It's a good idea to have a friend or family member attend one therapy session with you, so they can see how you walk and the exercises you are doing.
To prevent falls, use caution when getting up after eating, lying down and resting.