Prosthetics step by step: what to expect?
Many people are scared by the mere thought of surgery. Let’s take a look at how it usually goes:
✔️Before the operation:
• Complete examinations: blood tests, X-ray or MRI.
• Consultation with an anesthesiologist.
• Home preparation (comfortable bed, bathroom rails, crutches or a cane).
✔️On the day of the surgery:
• Lasts 1–2 hours.
• Spinal anesthesia is usually used (you are awake but pain-free).
✔️After the surgery:
• The very next day, the patient starts to get up and take his first steps with the help of the medical team.
• After 1–3 months, normal activity is restored.
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Life after: how to maintain the result for a long time
✅Regular check-ups with an orthopedist.
✅Maintaining a healthy weight.
✅Moderate physical activity — lifelong.
✅Quitting smoking — it slows down recovery.
✅Proper shoes and orthopedic insoles.
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Most importantly: take care of yourself!
Hip wear and tear is not a sentence. The sooner you recognize that your joint needs help, the better your chances of maintaining pain-free mobility. Listen to your body, don’t be afraid to seek professional help, and share your experiences with others.
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Tell your story!
If you have already been through pain, treatment, or surgery — write about it! Your story can be a support for someone who is now taking the first steps towards a healthy hip.
🗂️Useful checklist: questions to ask your doctor before surgery
If you or your loved ones are about to have a hip replacement surgery, don’t hesitate to ask questions! Here is a sample list:
✅What type of prosthesis is right for me?
✅What material will the implant be made of?
✅What is its average durability?
✅What are the risks of complications and how can I avoid them?
✅How many days will I be in the hospital?
✅When will I be able to return to work?
✅Will I need help at home?
✅What exercises are mandatory after surgery?
✅What should I do if the pain returns?
Tip: write down these questions and bring them with you to the exam so you don’t miss anything.
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