Posts Tagged ‘hip’

Bikini Hip Replacement: A Modern Approach to Hip Surgery

Confident older woman in a red swimsuit relaxing by the pool after recovering from bikini hip surgery, smiling and holding sunscreen on a sunny day.

Hip replacement surgery has seen exciting advances in recent years, and the bikini incision technique is leading the charge. For active Floridians experiencing hip pain, this innovative approach offers a faster return to beloved activities like golf, beach walks, or chasing grandkids, all with less visible scarring. Alexander Orthopaedics in Sarasota specializes in this muscle-sparing…

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How Long Does It Take to Walk Normally After Hip Surgery?

An older woman with a cane is walking with her husband and daughter after recovering from hip surgery.

Hip replacement is a proven, reliable operation to alleviate pain and improve your quality of life. While many factors affect how quickly you heal, most patients can expect to walk again unaided within one month after surgery. This blog post will walk you through the basics of hip replacement surgery and the typical timeline and…

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How to Stretch Safely After a Hip Replacement

A person safely stretching their hip after a replacement with help of a doctor

A Guide to Safe Stretching After Hip Replacement Surgery Hip replacement surgery offers improved mobility and relief from chronic pain for many individuals. However, the journey to recovery doesn’t end in the operating room; it continues with postoperative care and rehabilitation exercises like stretching. If you’ve recently undergone a hip replacement or are supporting a…

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