{"id":2456,"date":"June 17, 2025","title":"What I Wish I Knew Before My Hip Replacement","content":"\n<p>Did you know over 1.2 lakh hip replacements are done in India every year? If you&#8217;re considering one, here\u2019s something crucial: Are you truly ready for what comes after hip replacement surgery? Are you also thinking of things like \u201cI wish I knew before a hip replacement surgery so that I could be sure of what comes next?\u201d or \u201cI wish someone had told me how important muscle strength and mental preparation are.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, today as a hospital having the best <a href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/robotic-hip-replacement-hospital-in-ahmedabad.php\">hip replacement surgeon in Ahmedabad<\/a>, we are here to detail all about implant life, mobility post-surgery and realistic healing timeframes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#Hip_Pain_Problems_which_lead_patients_to_consider_hip_replacement_surgery\" title=\"Hip Pain Problems which lead patients to consider hip replacement surgery\">Hip Pain Problems which lead patients to consider hip replacement surgery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#What_Are_the_Signs_That_You_Need_Hip_Replacement_Surgery\" title=\"What Are the Signs That You Need Hip Replacement Surgery?\">What Are the Signs That You Need Hip Replacement Surgery?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#1_Hip_Joint_Pain_When_Walking\" title=\"1. Hip Joint Pain When Walking\">1. Hip Joint Pain When Walking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#2_Hip_Pain_at_Night\" title=\"2. Hip Pain at Night\">2. Hip Pain at Night<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#3_Hip_Stiffness_After_Sitting\" title=\"3. Hip Stiffness After Sitting\">3. Hip Stiffness After Sitting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#4_Hip_Pain_While_Driving\" title=\"4. Hip Pain While Driving\">4. Hip Pain While Driving<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#What_You_Must_Do_Before_Hip_Replacement_Surgery\" title=\"What You Must Do Before Hip Replacement Surgery\">What You Must Do Before Hip Replacement Surgery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#1_Lose_Excess_Weight\" title=\"1. Lose Excess Weight\">1. Lose Excess Weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#2_Quit_Smoking\" title=\"2. Quit Smoking\">2. Quit Smoking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#3_Avoid_Blood_Thinners\" title=\"3. Avoid Blood Thinners\">3. Avoid Blood Thinners<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#4_First-Floor_Sleeping_Arrangement\" title=\"4. First-Floor Sleeping Arrangement\">4. First-Floor Sleeping Arrangement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#5_Adjust_Your_Bed_Height\" title=\"5. Adjust Your Bed Height\">5. Adjust Your Bed Height<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#6_Use_Cold_Therapy\" title=\"6. Use Cold Therapy\">6. Use Cold Therapy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#7_Install_Grab_Bars_Railings\" title=\"7. Install Grab Bars &amp; Railings\">7. Install Grab Bars &amp; Railings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs:  \">FAQs:  <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#1_When_should_I_consider_hip_replacement\" title=\"1. When should I consider hip replacement?\">1. When should I consider hip replacement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#2_What_are_the_types_of_hip_replacement_surgeries\" title=\"2. What are the types of hip replacement surgeries?\">2. What are the types of hip replacement surgeries?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#3_What_tests_are_done_before_surgery\" title=\"3. What tests are done before surgery?\">3. What tests are done before surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#4_How_should_I_prepare_my_home_for_recovery\" title=\"4. How should I prepare my home for recovery?\">4. How should I prepare my home for recovery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#5_Will_I_need_to_stop_any_medications_before_surgery\" title=\"5. Will I need to stop any medications before surgery?\">5. Will I need to stop any medications before surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/#6_What_should_I_bring_to_the_hospital\" title=\"6. What should I bring to the hospital?\">6. What should I bring to the hospital?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hip_Pain_Problems_which_lead_patients_to_consider_hip_replacement_surgery\"><\/span>Hip Pain Problems which lead patients to consider hip replacement surgery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hip problems often begin subtly but may worsen over time. One early sign is swelling in the hip or even the knee. This happens because the hip joint, when inflamed or damaged, can cause fluid to build up and pressure nearby tissues. For example, a person with arthritis may feel tightness or warmth around the hip and notice their knee swelling too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/patient-doing-some-special-exercises-supervision-roomx9-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/patient-doing-some-special-exercises-supervision-roomx9-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/patient-doing-some-special-exercises-supervision-roomx9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/patient-doing-some-special-exercises-supervision-roomx9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/patient-doing-some-special-exercises-supervision-roomx9-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/patient-doing-some-special-exercises-supervision-roomx9-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/patient-doing-some-special-exercises-supervision-roomx9-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/patient-doing-some-special-exercises-supervision-roomx9-1010x673.jpg 1010w, https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/patient-doing-some-special-exercises-supervision-roomx9-470x313.jpg 470w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another symptom is a sudden change in walking style, often called a limp. This usually occurs when the joint cartilage has degraded, thereby causing pain or instability. For instance, someone may start favouring one leg or dragging a foot while walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, many patients who come to a hip replacement surgeon&nbsp; feel difficulty standing on one leg, especially while dressing or climbing stairs. This weakness or imbalance signals joint damage or muscle strain around the hip. According to recent clinical data, such symptoms often lead patients to consider hip replacement surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Signs_That_You_Need_Hip_Replacement_Surgery\"><\/span>What Are the Signs That You Need Hip Replacement Surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As an experienced hip replacement hospital in ahmedabad, we always face people who come with hip pain. This pain can quietly creep into daily life. But when it starts disturbing your walking, sleeping and sitting, it could be a sign that your hip joint is wearing out. As per the Indian Journal of Orthopaedics (2024), over 30% of patients needing hip replacement had ignored these early red flags.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Hip_Joint_Pain_When_Walking\"><\/span>1. Hip Joint Pain When Walking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If every step feels like a pinch or a jab in your groin or thigh, your hip joint may be damaged. The smooth cartilage might be worn down, causing bone to rub on bone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Hip_Pain_at_Night\"><\/span>2. Hip Pain at Night<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pain that wakes you up or makes turning in bed uncomfortable is a big sign. A 2023 AIIMS study showed that 7 in 10 hip replacement patients complained of disturbed sleep due to deep joint pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Hip_Stiffness_After_Sitting\"><\/span>3. Hip Stiffness After Sitting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If getting up after sitting\u2014even for 20 minutes\u2014feels like your hip is stuck or rusty, it\u2019s more than age. It indicates joint inflammation or arthritis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Hip_Pain_While_Driving\"><\/span>4. Hip Pain While Driving<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A good Hip replacement surgeon&nbsp; will always ask you whether you have pain during long drives or discomfort while pressing the clutch. This can signal joint damage, especially in the left hip for Indian drivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Must_Do_Before_Hip_Replacement_Surgery\"><\/span>What You Must Do Before Hip Replacement Surgery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the most trusted hip replacement hospital in Ahmedabad, we would like to share the following cautions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Lose_Excess_Weight\"><\/span>1. Lose Excess Weight<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Carrying extra weight puts stress on your hip joint, slowing healing. A 2023 study in the <em>Journal of Arthroplasty<\/em> found that patients with a BMI over 30 had nearly 3 times higher risk of complications after surgery like infections and joint instability. Losing just 5\u201310% of your body weight improves surgery outcomes significantly. Walking and diet changes \u2014 guided by a doctor \u2014 are a good start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Quit_Smoking\"><\/span>2. Quit Smoking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Smoking hinders the free-flow of oxygen to tissues and delays wound healing. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news\/item\/20-01-2020-quitting-smoking-improves-surgical-outcomes\">According to the World Health Organisation (WHO)<\/a>, smokers face 2 to 2.5 times higher surgical surgery with help from nicotine patches. complication rates, including infections. Please aim to quit smoking 6\u20138 weeks before the hip replacement surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Avoid_Blood_Thinners\"><\/span>3. Avoid Blood Thinners<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines like aspirin, warfarin or herbal supplements can cause excessive bleeding. As per American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), these should be stopped 5\u20137 days before surgery. This medication should come only under the guidance of a hip replacement hospital in Ahmedabad or your city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_First-Floor_Sleeping_Arrangement\"><\/span>4. First-Floor Sleeping Arrangement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stairs are tough just after hip replacement surgery. Experts advise arranging your bed, bathroom and daily items on one floor. This avoids falls and makes early recovery smoother, especially for older patients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Adjust_Your_Bed_Height\"><\/span>5. Adjust Your Bed Height<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Low beds can cause harmful hip bending. The ideal bed height is 22\u201324 inches from the floor. Use a firm mattress or add risers. This ensures you sit and get up without straining the new joint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Use_Cold_Therapy\"><\/span>6. Use Cold Therapy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cold packs reduce swelling, especially in the first 7\u201310 days. Hip replacement surgeon&nbsp; s recommend 15\u201320 minutes, 3\u20134 times a day. Keep gel packs or frozen peas ready before your surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Install_Grab_Bars_Railings\"><\/span>7. Install Grab Bars &amp; Railings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Slips and falls are the biggest danger after hip surgery. The Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA) and CDC both recommend installing grab bars in bathrooms and stair railings to reduce fall risks by up to 60%. Ensure bars are stable and placed near toilets, showers and bedside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs:  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_When_should_I_consider_hip_replacement\"><\/span>1. When should I consider hip replacement?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You should consider hip replacement if daily pain in your hip makes it hard to walk, sleep or do simple tasks, even after using medicines or doing physiotherapy. Younger patients may benefit from issues resurfacing as it preserves more bone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_are_the_types_of_hip_replacement_surgeries\"><\/span>2. What are the types of hip replacement surgeries?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three main types: total hip replacement (the full joint is replaced), partial hip replacement (only the damaged part is replaced) and hip resurfacing (the surface of the joint is smoothed or capped). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_tests_are_done_before_surgery\"><\/span>3. What tests are done before surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A good hip replacement hospital in Ahmedabad your city will run conduct blood tests, ECG (to check your heart), chest X-ray and sometimes an MRI or CT scan to examine the joint. If you have high blood pressure or diabetes, these will be checked and managed before surgery to avoid any future risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_should_I_prepare_my_home_for_recovery\"><\/span>4. How should I prepare my home for recovery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove loose rugs to prevent slipping. You also have to install grab bars in the bathroom, keep essentials within easy reach and use a firm chair with arms for daily use. Under a shower, prefer to use a shower chair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Will_I_need_to_stop_any_medications_before_surgery\"><\/span>5. Will I need to stop any medications before surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, some medicines like blood thinners, anti-inflammatories or certain diabetes tablets will need to be paused (by your hip replacement surgeon) a few days before surgery to prevent bleeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_should_I_bring_to_the_hospital\"><\/span>6. What should I bring to the hospital?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Bring your previous medical records, hospital file, ID, insurance papers, a list of medications, comfortable clothes, toiletries and non-slip slippers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Struggling with constant hip pain? Do not ignore, come to Parekhs Hospital &#8211; the most trusted hip replacement hospital in Ahmedabad. Book your consultation today and walk pain-free soon!<\/p>\n","excerpt":"<p>Did you know over 1.2 lakh hip replacements are done in India every year? If you&#8217;re considering one, here\u2019s something crucial: Are you truly ready for what comes after hip replacement surgery? Are you also thinking of things like \u201cI wish I&hellip;<\/p>\n","image":"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/What-I-Wish-I-Knew-Before-My-Hip-Replacement-2.jpeg","category":"Hip replacement","link":"https:\/\/parekhshospital.com\/blog\/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-my-hip-replacement\/"}