Holistic Physio

Post–Hip Replacement Rehabilitation

Personalised rehab after total hip replacement (THR): pain control, mobility, gait training and progressive strengthening—so you return to walking, stairs and everyday life safely.

THR (Total Hip) Gait Training Strength & Balance Home Safety

Milestone-Based Recovery That Fits Your Surgeon’s Protocol

We coordinate your plan with surgical precautions (posterior, lateral or anterior approach), manage pain and swelling, restore hip range, and rebuild strength and balance. You’ll learn safe movement strategies for sitting, sleeping, transfers and stairs.

Your program includes clinic sessions and a simple home routine with clear weekly targets—so progress is measurable and motivating.

Common Focus Areas

  • Pain & swelling control
  • Hip ROM within safe limits
  • Hip abductor & extensor strength
  • Gait retraining (device to independent)
  • Stairs / functional tasks
  • Balance & fall prevention
  • Home safety & habit coaching

How Physiotherapy Helps After THR

Clear goals from week 1 to return-to-activity.

Swelling & Pain Down

Ice/positioning, gentle mobility and pacing to settle symptoms.

Better Walking

Step pattern, stride and device progression for a smooth gait.

Strength & Control

Targeted abductor, extensor and core work to stabilise the hip.

Safe Return

Milestones for stairs, squats, longer walks and light recreation.

What Happens in Rehab

Right exercises at the right time—within your surgeon’s guidelines.

Early Phase (Weeks 1–3)
  • Precautions & safe positions
  • Ankle pumps, isometrics, gentle ROM
  • Device-assisted gait training
Strength Phase (Weeks 3–6)
  • Hip abductor/extensor strengthening
  • Closed-chain drills & balance work
  • Wean walking aid as gait normalises
Function Phase (Weeks 6–12)
  • Stairs, sit-to-stand, squats, step-ups
  • Endurance walking targets
  • Return-to-task coaching
Lifestyle & Home
  • Chair/bed/bathroom setup tips
  • Energy pacing & swelling control
  • Simple home circuit (with printout)
Who It’s For
  • Patients after primary or revision THR
  • People with limping, weakness or fear of movement
  • Anyone needing a clear, guided home plan
What to Bring
  • Hospital discharge summary & precautions
  • Medication list and pain log (if any)
  • Comfortable clothing for exercise

Your Care Pathway

Small steps, steady gains.

1
Settle & Protect

Control pain/swelling, learn safe positions and transfers, begin gentle mobility.

2
Build Strength & Gait

Progress hip strength and balance; normalise walking and reduce device use.

3
Return to Life

Stairs, longer walks and functional tasks; set a maintenance plan.

FAQs

Usually within the first week as advised by your surgeon. We pace exercises to your pain, swelling and precautions.

It varies—commonly 2–6 weeks. We transition you off the aid when strength, balance and gait quality allow safe walking.

We follow your surgeon’s approach-specific precautions (e.g., no deep hip flexion or combined motions early on). We’ll teach clear dos & don’ts and progress safely.

Ready to walk with confidence again?

Book a post–hip replacement assessment and get a clear, personalised plan.

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