Anterior Hip

Intimacy After SurgeryMany find it difficult to enjoy sex before jointreplacement surgery due to pain. Now that yourjoint has been replaced your pain should belessened and with time your range of motionshould improve.TimingSpecial Note for PartnersIf your partner has had a hip replacement:• help your partner not to actively bring theirleg out• do not put all your weight on your partnerships• control the amount and speed of movementduring sex.Your surgeon may want you to wait six to eightweeks before having sex. As a general rule, youmay begin having sex after a total joint replacementwhen you:• feel physically and mentally ready• have a clear understanding of the precautionyou should follow to protect your new joint.With a hip replacement, range of motion andcomfort are the biggest issues. You should avoidputting too much pressure on a new joint and takethe same care getting out of a position as you didgetting into it.In Case Of Severe PainIf you have a sudden onset of groin pain andproblems moving the affected hip, STOP andreposition yourself so you are lying on your back. Ifthe pain still continues, have your partner call yoursurgeon for further instructions.