Hip Replacement Physiotherapy in Karachi | Total Hip Replacement (THR) Rehabilitation

Total hip replacement (THR) can reduce long-term hip pain and improve mobility, but full recovery depends on a structured rehabilitation plan. After surgery, many patients experience swelling, stiffness, weakness (especially hip muscles), and difficulty with walking, stairs, and daily activities. At Dr Rizwan Physiotherapy Home Service, we provide professional hip replacement physiotherapy in Karachi with a step-by-step program focused on restoring hip mobility, rebuilding strength, improving balance, and normalizing walking mechanics.

Most rehab guidance emphasizes regular exercises to restore strength and mobility, along with a gradual return to everyday activities. Your rehabilitation is always progressed according to your surgeon’s instructions and precautions. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Physiotherapy After Hip Replacement in Karachi

Post-operative physiotherapy targets the main recovery barriers after THR: swelling control, stiffness reduction, strength rebuilding, and gait training. Early safe movement (when medically allowed) helps restore independence and confidence.

• Reduce swelling and post-operative stiffness
• Restore hip mobility and comfortable range of motion (ROM)
• Rebuild hip and thigh strength for better support
• Improve balance and confidence in weight-bearing
• Improve walking (gait) and reduce limping
• Improve stairs, sit-to-stand, and daily functional tasks
• Support safe return to routine activities

Common Problems After Total Hip Replacement

• Hip stiffness and reduced ROM
• Swelling and tightness around the hip
• Weakness (especially hip abductors/glutes) causing limp
• Difficulty walking without support or fatigue with longer walks
• Difficulty with stairs and transfers
• Balance issues and fear of falling

Our Hip Replacement Physiotherapy Services

Your rehab plan is customized according to your recovery phase, your pain/swelling level, and surgeon precautions (which can vary depending on the surgical approach). Treatment may include:

• Swelling & pain management (positioning, pacing, safe icing guidance)
• ROM exercises to restore hip mobility safely
• Progressive strengthening (glute/hip stability + thigh strength)
• Balance & proprioception training for stability and confidence
• Gait training to normalize walking and reduce limp
• Stairs + functional training (sit-to-stand, transfers, daily tasks)
• Precaution education (if hip precautions are prescribed for dislocation risk)
• Home exercise program with progression rules for long-term recovery

Hip Precautions (If Prescribed)

Some patients are advised specific hip precautions for a limited period (commonly weeks) to reduce dislocation risk—these depend on surgical approach and surgeon preference. We guide you according to your surgeon’s instructions. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Walking, Stairs and Daily Function After Hip Replacement

Most recovery plans include a graduated walking program—starting with short distances and progressing as strength and control improve. Stairs training is also commonly included in rehab guidance. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}