Preparing for hip replacement surgery or supporting someone through recovery? This practical guide walks through the full journey — hospital stay, movement precautions, pain management, physical therapy exercises, a realistic week-by-week timeline, wound care, nutrition, and returning to driving, work, and activity. With honest guidance on warning signs, emotional challenges, and long-term hip health, plus a dedicated section for caregivers, this book offers clear, reassuring support for every stage of recovery.
Preparing for hip replacement surgery or supporting someone through recovery? This practical guide walks through the full journey — hospital stay, movement precautions, pain management, physical therapy exercises, a realistic week-by-week timeline, wound care, nutrition, and returning to driving,...