Hip Replacement | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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Once at home following discharge from hospital you should keep your wound dry until your stitches/skin clips have been removed. These will usually be removed about ten days following your surgery.

If any redness develops around your scar, or it continues to leak fluid, you should either consult your GP or your surgeon for advice.

Following your hip replacement, you should expect a reasonably quick return to your lifestyle and activities without the pain and aching that you experienced prior to the hip replacement. Specific concerns commonly include the following

When can I sleep on my side/stomach?

We usually advise you to sleep on your back for the first four weeks following your surgery. Following this period sleeping positions are unrestricted.

When can I get in a car and when can I drive?