Preparation is one of the few parts of the process entirely within your control, and it has a measurable effect on your recovery.
Prehabilitation matters most. Strengthening the muscles around the hip in the weeks before surgery makes early mobilisation easier and shortens your hospital stay. Two or three sessions a week is enough.
Optimise your general health. Stopping smoking for even four weeks before surgery reduces wound complications significantly. If you are anaemic or diabetic, we will correct this before proceeding.
Prepare your home. Clear trip hazards, move everyday items to waist height, arrange a firm chair with arms, and organise help with shopping for the first fortnight. Small adjustments make the first two weeks far easier.
Finally, plan your support. Knowing who will collect you, who will help at home and when your physiotherapy starts removes a great deal of anxiety before the day of surgery.
