A Johns Hopkins expert answers common questions about recovery and rehabilitation, downtime after the surgery, and warning signs of potential complications.

Jun 11, 2025 · When can I go home after a hip replacement? You should be able to go home the day of surgery or the day after surgery. Home health services are commonly recommended for …

Mar 27, 2024 · Check in to the hospital with your bags packed to stay 2-3 days. The operation should take several hours. Afterward, you'll spend time in a recovery room as you wake up …

Hip Replacement Surgery Hip replacement surgery replaces your natural hip joint with prosthetic implants. It takes an hour or two to complete. The recovery time can take up to 12 weeks, and …

Aug 12, 2025 · Discover your week by week hip replacement recovery timeline — from walking day one to major milestones by 2 months — with Crystal Run Healthcare’s expert surgeons.

Recovery from any type of hip replacement surgery happens in stages over several months. Recovery times vary depending on factors like age, overall health, and adherence to …

Mar 25, 2025 · Some determinants of how fast you recover from hip replacement surgery are the type of hip replacement surgery you have, your age, your bone quality, the diagnosis and how …

Hip replacement patients are typically released within one to three days, but that varies by patient. You may be released the same day if you respond well to your surgery. However, if …

Sep 8, 2025 · Recovery from total hip replacement begins with hospital discharge and progresses through milestones like walking with assistance, reducing swelling, and regaining strength. …

Dec 17, 2024 · Recovery time after hip replacement surgery varies from person to person. However, most people can resume light activities within 3 to 6 weeks of surgery. People may …