What's the best way to recover from hip surgery?

Everyone is in such a hurry these days. Not so long ago, doctors prescribed rest to patients who were recovering from illness and surgery. I encourage all of my patients to take lots of rest for the first few weeks after their hip surgery. A recent book called Recovery by Dr Gavin Francis describes his experience of the power of rest on the journey to recovery. Why not get a copy to read before your hip surgery?
Here's a link to the book: Recovery: profilebooks.com/work/recovery/
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[@Bugsybugs]

This Dr is so down to earth and sensible.Not like the usual orthopaedic surgeons!!

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thanks for such a lovely comment. It is much appreciated.

[@savvywillow]

It took me the 6th week to figure this out. Exactly what he said. Thank you for the reality check.

[@leemcdermott1770]

Jeremy your such a comfort to all the poor people suffering with arthritis.I honestly doubt if anyone would find a more compassionate person to do there surgery.Thanks for your uplifting videos.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thank you Lee. I really appreciate your comments and support of what I’m doing on TH-cam.

[@trilbyarnold3341]

refreshing to hear. Particularly germane to the emergency patient whose surgery was due to a fracture that in a few heart beats of time had their whole life knocked into a cocked hat and they are in a strange setting with no prior information or input for choices. A previously independent person finds themselves suddenly completely dependent. It's scary, emotional and demanding both physically and mentally. Thank you for your compassionate outlook.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thank you for your comment. Suffering a life changing injury is very difficult, both physically and emotionally. With hip arthritis, most people are aware for a several years that they are going to need surgery. With a hip fracture, the sudden loss of independence, confidence and mobility is shocking, particularly when one has been independent before the injury. Our health system works well in the provision of trauma services, but the post-traumatic stress problems aren't really addressed at all. Good luck with your journey.

[@devglall]

Wise words for all of us Jeremy - and particularly relevant for patients recovering from surgery!

[@jimpollockmusic]

Great information and things to consider. Thank you Jeremy.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thanks Jim. Much appreciated!

[@joannmeredith9644]

Thank you Dr. Jeremy for all your advise. It is very helpful and hopeful!

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

You 're welcome!

[@susannepartoll171]

Thank you, I do like you aporoach and advise!

[@macsmiffy2197]

I’m 2 weeks post op and, one might say, lucky to have had family and friends visiting on a daily basis. But I’m really tired and yearn for a bit of peace. 🤫

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

I’m sure they mean well! Rest is so important when you are recovering from surgery so make sure that you get plenty of it.

[@davidbirks6074]

I'm 42 and had hip surgery 4 days ago. Thanks for this video. I needed it this morning

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thanks for your comment. Hope your recovery goes well.

[@timcummings6075]

Good advice as always.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thanks Tim. Much appreciated.

[@cathylincoln323]

You so right Jeremy, I am 5 weeks post op from hip replacement and to be honest have found the recovery gruelling and have to say did not expect it to be so painful and exhausting. Saw your videos week one and you are very informative and helpful. I also found all the advice confusing,.I am still in pain when I walk with a crutch now but am hoping next week, week 6 will improve. Thank you Catherine Lincoln

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thank you for sharing your experience and for your comments. The first 6 weeks is quite a challenge for most people, but the tide does turn, often quite quickly. It’s really important to surrender to the tiredness and to take plenty of rest. Before long it will all seem like a distant memory. Hope it goes well for you.

[@cathylincoln323]

Thank you Jeremy, I think the surgeon's should tell patients more about the recovery period and you are so correct, I am just past 5 weeks one day and only just feel will walk again, can not get my head round the difficulties you face..may write a sheet for friends and relatives who are about to embark on hip replacement, to read so they dont think they are in trouble like I did.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

@@cathylincoln323 Good idea. Please share this channel with them as well!

[@cathylincoln323]

@@Lathamhipsurgery will definitely do that.

[@bobs1356]

Same here, 5 weeks and hurts walking with walker, I am older 73 but wishing it would be not as sore.

[@leslielane9473]

Thanks I had a hip fracture March 28th. Although I feel better the recovery is hard. I have so much scar tissue on my side where the incision is. I think I walked too much this weekend and I drove too far. Now my knee will hardly move. I’ve been in bed most of the day yesterday and will be in bed today. It’s rough

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thanks for sharing your experience. It takes longer to recover from a fracture in my experience because of the psychological impact. Rest is such an important part of rehabilitation so get as much as you are able. Bio oil is good for the scar.

[@CarolAnneChapman]

I remember the TB sanatorium close to my home. Have you seen, "Something the Lord Made?" It's about Dr. Alfred Blalock (and his amazing assistant) who performed the first open heart surgery to save a "Blue Baby." In the movie, his character, played by Alan Rickman, says how he vowed, while he was freezing in an outdoor ward of the TB sanatorium (that happened to be the one close to my home), that if he lived, he'd make his life count for something. Interestingly, his assistant received the solution to one of their problems in a dream. It's a great movie for many reasons, one of my favorites.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

I haven't seen it Carol, but will look it up. Alan Rickman was such a fine actor, and I was very sad to hear of his untimely death. The only movie that I can think of where a sanatorium featured was Alfie, starring Michael Caine. It's hard to imagine what an absolute scourge TB was before the discovery and use of streptomycin. Despite the dreaded corona virus, we are fortunate to live in these times.

[@CarolAnneChapman]

@@Lathamhipsurgery Good thought. It puts things in perspective.

[@dlansman]

Sooo what's the best way to recover? 😂