Here's a list of questions that may be helpful to ask your doctor before your hip surgery. We suggest you print this list and take it with you on your appointment.
Pre-op:
1. What is the implant made of? Which
biomaterials will be used?
2. What complications may occur with
this kind of surgery?
3. What is the expected recovery
time?
4. Will I need full-time or part-time care? If so, for how
long?
5. In your estimate, how long will my joint replacement last?
Post-op:
6. How many days will I be in the
hospital after surgery?
7. Will I need a hospital bed at
home?
8. How soon will I be able to walk after surgery?
9.
Will I need crutches or a walker? If so, for how long?
10. When
can I shower after surgery?
11. When can I lie on the operative
side?
12. How soon will I be able to climb stairs after
surgery?
13. How soon will I be able to drive a car after
surgery?
14. How soon will I be able to resume normal lifestyle
activities besides walking (e.g., work, sports, housework, gardening,
etc.)?
15. Which sports may I participate in?
16. What are
lifting limits?
17. When is sexual intercourse feasible after
surgery?
18. Will I set off the metal detectors at the
airport?
19. Will I have physical therapy? If so, how often and
for how long?
20. What can I do to help keep my joint
replacement functioning as long as possible?
21. What activities
or other factors could make my joint replacement wear out more
quickly, and what can I do to avoid them?
