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The operation was performed through two or three small incisions. You may experience some swelling in the joint. This is usually due to fluid used during the surgery for visualization. This fluid is usually reabsorbed by your body over time. You may have some bruising in the operated leg as well.
Dressing: The dressing should stay on for the first week after surgery and will be removed at your first follow-up visit. A saran wrap type dressing is typically used. You may shower and get the dressing wet as long as the wound stays sealed. Please do not bathe or swim for the first 2 weeks.
Ice Machine: If you choose to use an ice machine, it should be used for the first week. Please follow the directions given to you by the representative. The ice machine company will make arrangements for you to return the machine. If you do not have an ice machine, you may use ice packs to control the pain and swelling. Do not put the ice directly on the skin. Use ice for 20 minutes at a time, three times a day.
Activity: Crutches or a cane may be necessary during the first 24-48 hours or longer. You may continue using them until you are able to walk comfortably without support. You may ambulate immediately and put as much weight as is comfortable on the operated leg unless you are told otherwise. If you had a labral repair or significant bone resection, you will not be able to put weight on the operated leg for some period of time. Physical therapy will be discussed at your first follow-up visit after surgery.
Medications: You will be given a prescription for pain medication. Please take the pain medication with food. Do not drink alcoholic beverages or drive if you are using pain medications.
Work: You will discuss when you can return to work with your surgeon on your first post-operative visit.
Driving: You will discuss when you can drive with your surgeon on your first postoperative visit. Generally, you need to feel close to 100% recovered with the operated hip before you can consider driving.
Follow-up: Your follow-up visit will be 6 days after surgery. If you had surgery on Tuesday, we will see you in the office on Monday. If you had surgery on Thursday, we will see you in the office on Wednesday. Please call the office to confirm.
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