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October 7, 2022If hip replacement surgery is in the near future for you, chances are that you are feeling a bit overwhelmed about the impending procedure. It is a major surgery that you can expect some life disruption from. You may be surprised to learn, however, that many patients are up and walking the same day as their surgery.
It’s important to remember that the healing process will continue after the surgical procedure is complete. Recovery time after hip replacement surgery takes, on average, four to six weeks. Patients who are more advanced in age, have a lower level of activity prior to surgery, or have other pre-existing medical conditions may experience longer healing times.
You can expect to work with physical therapists and other medical service providers to help you recover safely and as quickly as possible. It’s important to utilize these services to help you get back on your feet sooner so that you can return to as normal a daily routine as possible.
Elderberry Healthcare understands that you may be apprehensive and have a lot of questions about the process of recovery after hip replacement, so we’ve provided a useful list of what you can expect during your inpatient transitional rehabilitation hip replacement recovery.
Is transitional rehab after hip replacement necessary?
Although hip replacement surgery is not uncommon, it is still a major surgery that requires post-op medical services to ensure you heal properly. Transitional rehab provides inpatient rehabilitation services to patients who need 24-hour skilled nursing and therapy services after a hip replacement procedure.
Patients are monitored around the clock to ensure they are receiving the rest and care needed to heal properly and quicker than they would at home on their own. Regular health assessments and individualized care plans for every patient including a home site evaluation for a safe and smooth discharge home.
Inpatient transitional rehab patients recovering from hip replacement surgery will receive the following services from the professional medical team at Elderberry Healthcare:
– Physical therapy
Physical therapists are movement specialists. Their goal is to help you achieve the maximum range of motion possible in a safe way to prevent further injury, and teach you how to get back to your normal daily routine after surgery.
There’s not a “one size fits all” therapy plan when it comes to physical therapy services after hip replacement surgery. The physical therapy team at Elderberry Healthcare works with each patient individually to determine the appropriate care plan that is dependent on the patient’s progress, the type of surgery the patient has had, and the needs of the individual.
– Pain management
Properly managing pain after hip replacement surgery is critical to a successful recovery. It is absolutely vital that pain medication is taken as prescribed in order to complete the physical therapy exercises that will get you back on your feet. If at any time during the recovery process you are experiencing excessive pain, speak with your medical care team right away.
– Occupational therapy services
A lot of people are under the impression that occupational therapists only work with job training. The actual goal of occupational therapy is to achieve results that help in your daily life. After a major surgery like hip replacement, you may require the use of tools that will make it easier to get dressed, or need to learn how to use other tools safely like shower seats and grab bars.
The occupational therapy team will assist you in learning how to use any aid or tool properly that will make your daily routines easier.
Additional benefits of transitional rehab after hip replacement
One of the best ways to help your body heal after a major surgery is to make sure you are getting the rest you need. It’s important to have the right balance between rest and activity that will get you back to as normal a daily routine as possible. The Elderberry inpatient transitional rehab care team will ensure you receive all the assistance you need to rest while you recover in order to regain the strength necessary to return home quickly.
You may have well meaning family or friends who are willing to assist you at home after hip replacement surgery, but the truth is the best care you can receive is from a professional care team. From a full team of therapists, onstaff nurses, CNAs, and other care staff professionals, you can rest assured that you will receive the best individualized care possible.
Elderberry Healthcare provides a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary transitional rehabilitation program that takes advantage of our beautiful private rooms and specializes in short stay recovery after surgery or other illness. Our Transitional Rehabilitation program maintains a high staff to patient ratio. With a professional staff of physicians, nurses, physical and occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists we are able to provide highly personalized care that translates to a quicker recovery. Over 90% of our patients in this program said that they would return to Elderberry if they need these services again! Contact us today to learn more.