Surgery
Do You Stay Overnight After Hip Replacement?
Worried about an overnight stay in the hospital after hip replacement
surgery? For the right candidate, it may be possible to go home the same
day.
The duration of your hospital stay can vary. Most patients having hip replacement don’t need to stay in the hospital very long. Traditionally, patients stay in the hospital for one or two nights. During that time, they work with physical therapists and occupational therapists to ensure they can move around and perform basic day-to-day functions. When certain goals are met, patients go home to continue recovery.
However, outpatient joint replacement may be considered for appropriately screened patients, with relatively low health risk, and adequate social support at home to assist with postoperative recovery. Ask your doctor about the possible risks associated with outpatient joint replacement surgery and whether you’re an appropriate candidate.
For more information on the risks of total hip replacement, click here.
Patient Guide to Outpatient Joint Replacement
Did you know that some joint replacement procedures have the option for outpatient surgery? Click here for a free guide to outpatient joint replacement surgery.
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Guillaume D. Dumont, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgeon
Paid Consultant of Zimmer Biomet
Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Guillaume Dumont brings his passion for helping patients along with his expertise in hip preservation to ReadyPatient. Learn more about him here.
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