As potential hip surgery patients are made well aware, post-surgical rehabilitation will require patience and dedication. While your surgeon will provide you with the proper recommended schedule of exercises to get you on the road to recovery, we’ve got a few tips to help speed recovery from hip surgery, with your doctor and physical therapist’s approval, of course.
BEFORE SURGERY
Did you know that exercising regularly before hip surgery may actually aide you in your recovery? While your surgeon will surely place emphasis on your post-surgical rehabilitation, to the extent that you are able to be physically active prior to surgery, regular pre-surgery exercise will give you a head start on your recovery from surgery.
Stretch cord resistance training bands are useful as a low-impact workout tool. Resistance bands will allow you to maintain movement in the hips without too much weight and strain on your already compromised joint. Regular exercise band workouts also help strengthen the supporting muscles. Having these muscles already in shape will get you back on your feet much sooner and with less effort than not having them prepared for rehab.
Light water exercises are an ideal way to provide aerobic and strengthening work while easing strain on your hips. Our Strechcordz Kick Trainer is a resistance tool that can be used in the water during your water training to stabilize the hips while adding resistance to the legs and abs.
Exercising on a regular basis prior to your surgery will help you establish a healthy routine and habit, which will be vital in sticking to your post-surgical rehabilitation regimen.
AFTER SURGERY
Hip surgery patients understand they will face weeks of post-surgical rehabilitation. There are ways you can help your body recover faster from hip surgery. In addition to your doctor’s recommended/prescribed exercises, strength training with resistance bands can help you speed your recovery time. When your physical therapist and surgeon indicate you’re ready for a little more action, resistance band training workouts can work to enhance your physical therapy.
Elastic exercise bands are beneficial during post-surgical recovery workouts in that they offer low impact exercise. The use of physical therapy exercise bands can be done at any time, on your own schedule and even while in a sitting position. Our Modular Bungie Cordz and Medicordz Kits are used by physical therapists and their patients to help increase range of motion, increase flexibility, strengthen supporting muscles and help to prevent future injuries. Strengthening your supporting muscles safely is key to traveling quickly on your road to recovery from hip surgery.
If your doctor has suggested hip flexor strengthening workouts, the Strechcordz KickTrainer has been found to be helpful for a low-impact hip flexor exercises. The Strechcordz resistance training tools reduce your chances of injuring yourself during exercise and can be used both in and out of the water.
As always, you’ll want to check with your physical therapist and surgeon before you attempt to implement any new exercises and tools. Always follow a doctor’s orders and consult with your health care provider before you begin a new exercise regimen.
