Total Hip Replacement (THR)

Prior to your surgery there are a number of things to consider to ensure you are correctly prepared.
Given you will be under 12 week hip precautions it is essential you have the appropriate equipment in place at home to reduce the risk of dislocation. Furthermore you may need to make adjustments to your daily routine such as domestic tasks, work, hobbies or care responsibilities in order to support your recovery.

Below is a complete Therapy guide which will walk you through step by step the key information you need to know before arriving for your Surgery. This booklet is essential reading as the Therapy Team will be contacting you in the weeks leading up to your Joint Replacement Surgery to gather information such as furniture heights and your current level of function.

 

LINK: https://plr.cht.nhs.uk/uploads/1054/csph0139%20v1%20review%20date%20May23%20Total%20hip%20replacement%20surgery%20A4.pdf?time=1632232144