So What is a Total Hip Replacement?

A total hip replacement is an operation designed to replace the hip joint which has been damaged, usually by arthritis. The hip joint is a ball and socket joint. The ball is formed by the head of the thigh bone and fits snugly into the socket in the pelvis.

So why do you need a hip replacement kit?

Post surgery, certain precautions are necessary. There are four basic movements which must be avoided for 12 weeks after the operation.

• Do not cross your legs.  

Operated legs must be always held out to the side away from the midline of the body.

• Do not bend the operated hip excessively  (i.e. not more than 90 degrees).

This can happen by : a) Bending the knee of the operated leg too high towards the chest. b) Leaning too far forward. Your knees should be lower than your hip when seated.

• Do not twist the operated leg in or out.

Likewise do not twist your body on your leg, i.e. by reaching too far across your body. When walking or turning you should always keep your toes and knee-caps pointing straight ahead.

• Do not roll or lie on your side.

It is not advisable to lie on either side in the early stages of recovery. You will be nursed on your back with the abduction pillow between your legs.

THEREFORE, THERE’S A NEED FOR A FEW SMALL ITEMS AROUND THE HOUSE TO HELP YOU NAVIGATE THE CRUCIAL FEW WEEKS POST-SURGERY.

HERE’S A SAMPLE KIT OF ESSENTIAL ITEMS AROUND THE HOUSE;

• Lightweight reacher/ pick up aid  to help you grab hard to reach items
• Flexible sock / stocking aid that rolls into the sock to creates an opening for the foot and stays on the sock until pulled all the way onto the foot for easy application
• Plastic shoehorn with hooked handle for comfortable hold for fingers
• Soft transfer swivel cushion for a smooth swivel transfer without painful jarring or twisting – Ideal for use on car seats, chairs and beds.
• Raised toilet seats-ensure hips remain above knees.

All items are available online available or in-store.

We do full hip surgery kit packages as well as bespoke kits to include bathroom items.