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Problems regarding weight loss
A total or partial hip replacement operation involves the replacement of the damaged part of your hip joint with artificial components in order to increase mobility and reduce pain in the joint.
If you suffer from hip problems you may have found it painful to exercise, and consequently have piled on a few pounds. Aside from the obvious disadvantage of being overweight and unfit, excess weight may dissuade consultants from putting you forward for a hip operation, the very procedure that will enable you to exercise and lose weight. A real catch-22 situation!
Pre-op exercise options
If you do need to lose weight in order to be put forward for a hip replacement operation you should reduce your calorie intake and look for pain-free exercise options:
Post-op exercise
After a hip operation it takes several weeks or even months to regain mobility. During this time it's important to eat well and focus on exercises that don't stress the hip area. These include:
As you become more mobile following the operation build up the amount of exercise you do. As you activate more muscles, your body will get stronger and your hip joint will be better supported.
Hip replacement operations have a high success rate if the patient is a healthy weight and takes good care of the replacement joint after surgery. So a dodgy hip joint shouldn't stop you from leading a healthy active lifestyle!
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