04/24/2026
Hip replacement recovery is often more manageable than many people expect, and you don’t have to go through it alone. Dr. Eric Schafer, Hip, Knee, & Joint Replacement Specialist, shares what that recovery journey can look like.
Most patients are up and walking the same day and able to return home shortly after surgery. With in-home therapy support during those first couple of weeks, you’ll have guidance every step of the way. By 4–6 weeks, many patients are getting back to their normal routines, and within a few months, the goal is to feel so good you’re no longer thinking about your hip at all.
If hip pain is holding you back, give us a call at (859) 263-5140 to explore your treatment options and take the first step toward getting back to what moves you.