Hip Arthroscopy Post-operative instructions. Dr. Josh Everhart. Hip, knee, shoulder, sports medicine. IU Health Physicians. fileslib. Hip Arthroscopy Post-Operative Instructions. Joseph U. Barker, MD. Nick Rosage, PA-C. Clinical Assistant: call Pam Newsome, MA (919) 781-5600 ext 5205. How long until you can walk after hip arthroscopy? Hip arthroscopy patients can expect to walk using crutches for 1-2 weeks afterward, and to undergo six weeks of physical therapy. It may be 3-6 months before they experience no pain after physical activity. Below is some guidance on ways to expedite the recovery and healing process.
Dressings: Keep dressings clean and dry for 3 days after surgery. You may then remove the dressing, apply waterproof bandages, and shower. After showering,
The dressing should be removed and wounds covered with adhesive bandages on the first or second day after surgery. Do not remove the paper strips over the How long after hip arthroscopy can I sleep on my side? All hip arthroscopy patients are to be on their backs in bed for the first postoperative night - no prone (stomach) or side-lying sleeping during night 1! The normal (unaffected) leg should have thigh-high TED hose on, at all times.