Hip Replacement
Learn about your upcoming surgery and how to recover from it.
In just under 15 minutes, our team goes over all the details about what will happen before, during and after your
surgery and how to prepare for it. If you have any questions after watching this video, call the Nurse Navigation
team at (402) 609-2278.
Using a Gait Belt
Walking with a Walker
Dressing with Adaptive Equipment
Climbing Steps with a Walker and Rails
Toilet Transfers
Climbing Steps with a Walker, No Rails
Car Transfers
Climbing a Single Step with a Walker
Car Transfers with Running Board
Climbing Steps with Cane
Tub Transfers
Walking with Crutches: Weight Bearing As Tolerated
Shower Transfers
Walking with a Cane
Posterior Hip Replacement Precautions
Bed Positioning After Hip Replacement
Elevating Your Leg
Putting on TED Hose with a Helper
Preparing for Surgery at OrthoNebraska
Hip Replacement Surgical Technique
This video shows, in general, the surgeon will do during a hip replacement surgery.
Anesthesia
This video shows, in general, the most likely type or types of anesthesia for this procedure and how they are
administered.
Hip Replacement Guide
A printable guide to prepare you for before and after your surgery.
Hip Replacement Exercises
Unless otherwise instructed by your physician, complete these exercises daily following your surgery.
Comfort Care
This sheet contains recommendations for ways to get comfortable despite some pain after surgery.
Oral Hydration
Properly hydrating before, during and after surgery helps aid in your body’s recovery.
