Planning for hip replacement surgery may feel daunting at first, but with the right plan in place, you can make the transition into a more active life as easy as possible. When preparing for hip surgery, consider both pre- and post-op. It’s important to know what you can do now to help recover as quickly […]
Is hip pain affecting your daily life? Is it hard to walk the dog, go to the grocery store or complete other everyday tasks? If so, you may find yourself one of 300,000 Americans who will need a hip replacement surgery this year. When considering a hip replacement surgery, you’ll want to discuss with your […]
The snow has melted, the courses are springing back to life, and temperatures are slowly warming up. It’s time to dust off your clubs for the first swing because it’s golf season again! But, if you’ve undergone hip replacement surgery during the winter, you may have questions about how to get back in the […]
Today, the average hip replacement age is younger than ever. Thanks to baby boomers looking for a continued active lifestyle and the advancement of artificial joints, the average age of hip replacement patients is just under 65 years old and continues to decline. (At the Kennedy Center, we’ve seen patients as young as 40 getting […]
Ask anyone who has had a hip replacement about recovery, and they are sure to say, “Stick with the recovery exercises!” Although they may be difficult at first, hip replacement recovery exercises are crucial to healing your joint. Exercising after hip replacements will help restore your strength and mobility, ensuring you are able to make […]
