I had my 2nd THR 10 days ago.
My NP is really insisting that I begin PT ASAP but I'm not convinced. I did PT after both knee replacements and I do believe PT is very useful for knees. I tried PT after my first THR and since the therapist was constantly trying to rehab my hip while involving my non-operated hip (this was 4 years ago) I had to stop. At that time I was afraid it would injure my other hip (and I knew that hip was living on borrowed time).
Just wondering from those that have had THR what their opinion is on PT for hips - yes or no... useful or problematic? I'm walking with aid of a walker and trying to do some PT myself throughout the day - moving my leg out and back, raising my knee, and ankle pumps while really focusing on not breaking the hip rules. Thanks to all those that respond!
My NP is really insisting that I begin PT ASAP but I'm not convinced. I did PT after both knee replacements and I do believe PT is very useful for knees. I tried PT after my first THR and since the therapist was constantly trying to rehab my hip while involving my non-operated hip (this was 4 years ago) I had to stop. At that time I was afraid it would injure my other hip (and I knew that hip was living on borrowed time).
Just wondering from those that have had THR what their opinion is on PT for hips - yes or no... useful or problematic? I'm walking with aid of a walker and trying to do some PT myself throughout the day - moving my leg out and back, raising my knee, and ankle pumps while really focusing on not breaking the hip rules. Thanks to all those that respond!