How to Heal Ligaments After Hip Surgery

Healing hip ligaments after surgery is a process that requires time, attention, medication and the care of a physician and physical therapist. Hip surgery usually affects two of the three hip ligaments: the iliotibial band or the labrum. Both ligaments are crucial for hip flexibility and motion, and they also play an important role in the functioning of the knee. Post-surgery treatment programs will vary depending on various factors, including your general level of physical fitness and health, but there are several standard treatments, such as motion exercises and medication, that will help heal the ligaments and improve your general health.

Things You'll Need

• Physical therapy treatment plan
• Pain medication

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Instructions

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  Follow the immediate after-surgery recovery plan recommended by your doctor and physical therapist. One of the most important steps in healing after surgery is to follow the recovery plan specifically designed for you. Many people are surprised to learn that they will begin moving the ligaments in their hips almost immediately after surgery. In order to heal properly, you need to follow the exact advice of your doctor regarding movement immediately following surgery and during recovery.

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  Participate in low-impact exercises and stretching. Healing the fibers in the iliotibial (IT) band are crucial in healing the hip and knee and in regaining general motion. Streching the IT band through passive stretching is a simple and low-impact way to heal the hip after surgery. Follow the reference link below for more infomration about passive IT band stretching.

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  Take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS), as prescribed or recommended by your doctor. Drugs such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen will help reduce inflammation and pain after surgeries and also during the recovery process. Reducing inflammation will not only lead to healing the ligaments, but it will help you regain a range of motion that is necessary to heal the ligaments.