Walking 4 hours after the op without a crutch!!!! I don’t think so

Had my right THR four days ago and seeing similar progress. Example: working out at the gym (approved by my PT), Going up stairs, tying my shoe, walking wing very little difficulty... This video is legit.

Inspired, empowered and I have faith I'll feel 100% better than I did preoperatively. I am 10 days post op and feel way behind you. I'm an RN, 60 and in pretty good shape. At this point I need inspiration. More importantly, a video of someone like you. THANK YOU for the video, you're a great teacher.

I just had a hip done after 30 years of discomfort, limits on what I can do, pain. I've been stunned by the lack of emphasis on exercise, physical therapy BEFORE surgery. It was mentioned in passing by my surgeon, but in fairness to him, he knew that I was in the gym, able to lift weights, and was staying as active as I could. Maybe he just let it go because he knew that about me . . . but I don't think so. In none of the videos that I've seen on youtube has pre-surgery exercise been emphasized. Mentioned, but never emphasized. The muscles are all that hold the joint together . . . I went into surgery in good shape, with good leg strength, focused on all the hip related motions. Still, at two weeks, steady progress day to day, doing exercises that I see recommended for "week 6" . . . I'm just now, today, able to put full weight on the surgery leg. I tolerate pain well . . . I'm up and "walking" six to eight hours, doing chores. I cannot imagine what I'd be experiencing if I had not been in good physical condition. Exercise. Lift weights. Do all of the post-surgery exercises before surgery. Be strong.

51 year old male about to get right hip replaced 14 hours from now.....saw this video and am more confident, excited and enthused. Thanks for posting this and the best of luck and continued recovery to you!

Either complete BS or an extremely rare and fortunate case.

Great video - especially since my Posterior minimally invasive surgery. is scheduled for the first week of October 2018. The top 5 list is exactly what I expect - especially the car. Oh - my right hip is the one being done. Any concerns of dislocation with the posterior approach, and any muscles cut during surgery ? Thanks !!!

Which implant u use ceramic or dual mobility sir can u tell me my life is hell after hip replacement that my operation leg still is tight from knee joint and it feels pain around knees on backside and on hip in middle my knees still operated works slowly the movement is like not too good

I am curios what your range of motion, Pain and Limitations were prior to hip replacement? Why Posterior vs. Anterior approach?

Hi Goran. I am 52 and 2 weeks away from an anterior FHP. Thanks for your video and answering so many questions mate. that is really cool of you. What do you think about the idea of doing a water fast through the surgery and for 4-5 days after? My thought is it would help the body heal better from the trauma from the surgery since the body would not be processing food and the added benefit would be you would not have to sit down to eliminate.

What materials were used in your hip transplant, and why was it chosen?

Day 26 post op, no more crutches until late afternoon when I start to feel a little tired but only one crutch. I start back in the gym tomorrow and can't wait. NO MORE PAIN from the arthritis and feeling so lucky and so blessed.

Is it possible to barbell squat after hip replacement? 58 year old with a bad torn labrum walking is an adventure because out of nowhere I feel like a knife stabbing me. It actually makes me drop to the ground have appt on the 11th. fingers crossed.

Thanks for this video! I had left anterior THR on May 7. I’m 62, but extremely active and did “CrossFit” like workouts 4 to 5 days a week. I have no direction from ortho other than “walk a lot.” Did your orthopedic surgeon give you the workouts and direction I see in this video? I would like to do more but don’t know how far to push it.

Had left Hip replaced in July 2020 and my right Hip in August 2020 and have never felt better. as I've said already I was able to walk immediately after both replacements. I would add that most of my recovery happened with days and weeks of the surgeries, now that I'm coming up on one year I have leveled off. I still have mild tightness in each hip. I'm swimming, playing golf and play tennis.

Great vid.....I get mine done in 4 weeks and was curious about flat benching. I always have my legs up on bench anyway with feet flat on end of it. Do you think this would be feesable, as opposed to push ups a few days after surgery? How about seated milatery press on machine? Thx

Thanks Goran. Had left THR 2 days ago and using your videos to help me push through. Did a long walk around the hospital today with a walking stick and some stairs and 1/2 squats. Thanks mate. Matthew. Perth. Australia

Hello! Hope you are doing well! I see there are a few precautions: do not cross legs, no bending past 90 deg. Is it for life of just during recovery time?

Well last Friday was 13 weeks post op. I feel great workouts are totally back to normal, although I still am struggling with running stairs so I think I will wait until the end of May before i attempt it again. Everything else is good, if anyone is doubting themselves about getting your hip replaced, DON'T the arthritis is just evil and will only get worse as time goes on.

Why did you get a new hip? I have necrosis of the bone. Do you feel your the exception to hip recovery maybe due to your already physically fit prior?

I am a 24 year old female extreme athlete (parkour) and Exercise Science student, going to have a total hip replacement in about 6 months. Any suggestions for what to do to prepare and recovery specifically? I am working now to strengthen what I can before surgery. I plan on being able to run, break jump, climb, and use the hip as I normally would (again extreme sports/athletic parkour) after the replacement eventually after full recovery. As your recovering what suggestions would you give to someone like me going into this with this mindset. Everyone is different but knowledge is key.

hi, Goran. did you have problems with sleeping on your back? I am due for wednesday (right hip replacement) and here in the Netherlands you have to sleep on your back during 2 weeks post-op. I am trying for weeks now but no result..

Thanks sooo much for posting you made my day. Oh one more thing do you tips for socks and undies? I have sketchers clogs so I don't really do socks much right now. What do you think of compression tights like cwx for healing?

Hi, can you please share what kind of hip you got: metal or ceramic?

I am 72 years of age, I had THR, I limp walked around the house on day 3, and walked 3 klm. on the same day with crutches. I did that every day, on week 3.5 I started cycling for 40 minutes, and kept that up. At week 6 I started back swimming and aqua jogging in the pool, at week 7, I was back in the gym doing exercise and light weights, no more than 24 kg I can cross my operated leg further up my thigh, than my unoperated leg, in a stretch that enables me to cut my own toe nails. What I don't do is any jumping or jogging, except in the pool, am 9.5 weeks post now and will go for a hike on the trails today. My personal journey shows me that you can steadily do things, including stretching, as long as it doesn't cause undue pain in your joints. By the way I was in extreme pain for 12 months before my operation, taking voltarin 75mg twice daily, and 6-8 paracetamol daily as well, I walked with crutches for 6 weeks before the op and worked out in the pool right up to the op. I think that was important to my recovery. I stopped all pain medication 10 days after the operation. Cheers

I’m currently on day 3 and doing all of these things too. I’m not any competition here, but very surprised by the quick results! I’m 43 so a bit younger, but ahead of this video a couple days. This video helped me gain the strength and courage to have the surgery and recover FAST! Thank you!

no way .. had two hip replacement took 2-3 months+ more recovery also know friends hip replaced took even more time !!! this video is BS

is this cemented or uncemented implants? i'm walking normally after 6 weeks

Agree toilets are the worst. It is a week for me and I still cant walk without crutches. I was in pain for two years so that leg had no muscle to start with.

Hi Goran any advice you can give about the pre op process?

Thank you so much for answer! Another question: which hospital and surgeon name? If possible.

After a year of right hip replacement, I've been running grassy hills and running steps. I had a left hip replacement 10 yes ago alsi.

hello Goran. your video made me soo happy...i fall out of my bicycle for 1 week ago and had to make prothesis hip replacement...now it's my 6 th day....every body telling that it's finish for me about hard sports, İ am nearly 66 years old and was doing hard cycling. over 100km, work out 3 times a week . running 10 km ,3 times a week. First i would like to ask how did you get your hip replaced ? i don't think i can be soo good as you , but would like to know what did you in your first year ? how is going with you right mow ?

Why posting what is impossible and not true , come on. ,>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

From experience never do this after Hip replacement, just follow your doctor and physiotherapy instruction

I'd like to know what you took in terms of pain meds to be able to walk like this so soon after surgery, I'm 5 days after surgery and still using a walker because it hurts so bad, taking Norco 10's every 5 hours

Uhm, according to the video the incision is on the post portion of the buttock, therefore it is NOT an anterior approach. Also, the hardware itself wouldn't have been stable enough for you to return that quickly.

Hi Goran.....It's been 2 months since my left total hip replacement. I m recovering well. Now,can I cycle outdoor?

How are things going. I am also 52 and 23 days post op. I did not lose the cane til day 3. Stretching, walking, lifting light and still icing. When did you start adding weight to lower body lifts (squats, curls, extensions, leg press)

Great video Goran! I wish I had seen it before going into hospital as it's very inspiring. I turned 60 last January and I have been involved in martial arts, a spell in the Royal Marines and general fitness training since I was about 18. After reading all the literature the hospital gave me, highlighting all of the possible things that could go wrong I was wondering whether I had made the right decision to go ahead with the op. My hip had been getting progressively worse for the last 8-10 years and I think it could have been a lot worse if I had stopped working out. The consultant who advised me to have the op diagnosed hip dysplasia and considerable imbalance in my hips and although I could carry on life was extremely uncomfortable at times. There was also the longer term effect the imbalance would have on my body as other joints would suffer and I could be in a much worse state in 3-5 years time. I was discharged from hospital last Friday 01 September after a successful left THR. Rehab is going well. Got rid of the crutches on Tuesday 05 September and conquered the stairs today. I have been to the gym twice this week to carry out my physio which includes cycling and a range of strengthening and mobility exercises. When I'm not able to get to the gym I just practice walking around in my locality, going a bit further each day and then continue with the physio exercises. I have to say although there are inherent risks as with any surgery I would advise anyone given the chance to have their arthritic hip replaced to go ahead and do it, mainly because of the long term effect the mechanical imbalance it places on the body. just remember! The better condition you are in physically the better chance of successful surgery and quick recovery. Good luck!

Day 19 and all is good, my thigh and glute is trying to tighten up again. Staples are out, minimal use of my crutch, doctor tells me NO more air squats until my next visit with him which is 21 Feb, so I need to figure out another way to stretch. Driving with no issues, back into the office starting tomorrow.

I been toid i be in hospital for 5 days by my surgeon no driving and no work for 6 weeks

I had hip replacement nearly 3 weeks ago and it's going very well but not as good as you seem to have gone but my question is why in your video are you not wearing the surgical stockings like you have to

Thanks for making this video. I tore my labrum in a dirt bike crash and when I went to the doc found out I had congenital FAI which had caused premature arthritis in both hip joints. I am getting an anterior THR on the injured hip next week. My doctor is super conservative and recommends LYING down all day except for 20 min every 2 hours for like two entire weeks?!?!?! I have researched THR recovery time and pretty much had come to the conclusion that so much bed rest is completely unnecessary. Seeing your real live day to day progress was very inspiring and just what I needed. I also think your advice to ice, ice, ice is key. I am now super motivated to follow in your footsteps. I hope both your hips are still doing well. Thank you!

It's like you had a hip replacement but began filming 6 weeks as day 1.

Getting my hip replacement today in 2 hrs been seeing videos all week and I see this and make me happy (super nervous)

Having right hip done on 08/14/18. Have learned more about what to expect from your two videos and your comments/replies than 2 hours of searching the internet. Because you are in good physical shape, have a positive mental attitude and you worked at your rehab you got results. I am going to follow your lead. Thank you for this.

Hi Goran, Can you share what the condition of your hips were before your surgeries? Were you in constant pain or were you still active and working out (based on your video I assume the later...:)). I'm also 52 and scheduled for surgery with level 4 arthritis yet my pain level is tolerable. I'm still working out but have given up on jogging/running... I'm debating whether I should wait until I'm in more pain or just get it done now...

Hi , I’m 67 and having hip replacement shortly I use as little pain killers as possible mostly ice ... it’s bone on bone at this stage so in pain a lot but I’d really appreciate your advice on keeping active... now I’ll be nothing like you but should I stay active even with pain... thanks

Wow your recovery was awesome! You are in great shape. My mom told me yesterday that she is going to consultation for hip replacement. She is 73 years old but still very active. I hope she recovers well. Your video gave me hope. Thank you!! Hope all is well.

Hi Goran what an amazing video! Looks like you own a gym/or work full time as a trainer at one? Did you go to Physical Therapy? They also have tips on putting on socks and shoes.

Day 43 and completed two spin classes and a HIIT class this week, nothing high impact in the HIIT class but I was able to do everything else including all kinds of planks, THANK YOU Dr. Scott Kelley you are an amazing doctor!!!!! and to PA Jamie who convinced me very early on to follow the precautions so that my healing time and outcome would be better. Happy Friday all!!!!

Hi again with your Posterior minimally invasive surgery.does the surgeon actually cut into any muscle fibres, not sure if you will know the answer to this but i am just interested and your recovery is outstanding, thanks

I remember watching this video a while ago thinking yes this is going to be me all excited about my second hip replacement but as it turned out I had the biggest fibromyalgia flear up right after my surgery that I was in so much pain I was put on the same painkillers as a cancer patient for the first 5 days. I couldn’t move my leg at all for the first week either as the stiffness went throughout my whole right leg down to my toes. I’ve just watched this video again feeling positive and even though I may have a slow start I know it’s not forever. I also was very fit and would train 6 hours a week but had to give up for 7 months before my surgery as it became impossible to train from pain. I can’t wait to get back in the gym. Don’t give up, everyone is different but we will all get there.

Surgery in 6 days. Been working on strength and movement all summer. Off to get ice packs today! You're video really helps with the fear. Thank you for that.

Please help me,,,,I was 2week ago dislocated my left hip joint..,,,,I joint this without surgery any suggestion for me,,,,

Hi Goran, Great Video. How’s the other hip? Have you had it done yet? May I ask a couple of questions: How flexible were you before going in for your hip replacement? and have you had to curtail some stretching exercises? On the Video, it’s day One etc.. How long did they keep you in Hospital before you started to do the Video? I’m due for my Operation (THR - Left) in 3 weeks… aaagh!!!

goran2324 How long were you in the hospital after surgery? I loved your video!

That’s my doc he did both my knees. And my t hip will be done 4/23/24. Not quite as young or fit as you are but soooo very encouraging!

Ok guys, I am 3 days short of the 5 week mark. The first 7 or 8 days were pretty difficult for me, but on the 10th day when I woke up it felt like I had jumped ahead a full week. Overnight the pain had reduced considerably and I was able to walk unassisted (no cane) after that. I have made lots of progress since and at this point the only swelling I have is a section of my glute that was separated during surgery. In the beginning, because of swollen and traumatized muscles, your leg will feel much longer than the other one. It's actually quite disturbing to lock your knee on the operated side and have it raise the heel of your foot on the good side right off the floor. This is temporary and goes away with the swelling. It also may come and go as you become more active and you might get a little swelling toward the end of the day. I had the posterior approach with no cement or screws. My prosthesis is entirely "press-fit", titanium and ceramic hybrid. My incision was glued. No staples or top stitches. At least with my type of implant, the bone has to grow into it to secure it completely. Over doing things like exercise in the beginning actually slows this process down with my type of implant. I appreciate your video and taking the time to share your progress. I wish my first week was a bit more like yours, and I also wish I had killer abs like you as well. Best Regards my friend.

Hi! I am curious of the hospital's name that you had this surgery from and the doctor's name. They really sure doing the great job. If you don't mind please share us the info. Thank you and congrat on your successful surgery 😊

Nice to see your recovery. I'm having this done in December. 65year old male very athletic. I've been so hampered by my right hip.

Getting mine done June 21 2018 I hope it go's good. happy for u sir god bless

Hi were not worried about dislocating the new hip so soon after surgery ?

What surgical approach was it? Your recovery is so damn fast. Just had mine a week ago..

Great video very motivational! I am 45 years old and I will probably need a hip replacement surgery for my right hip. I am generally a very active individual mainly strength training, running and some martial arts. I'm totally terrified about getting a hip replacement. I hope I will be able to return to the activities I enjoy.

7 months today since I had my hip replaced, feeling awesome!!!

What a great video Goran, thanks for the inspiration! I am a 57 year old Firefighter, looking forward to a successful surgery and speedy, healthy recovery, getting a left hip posterior as well. Your video gives great motivation and advice, thank-you!

Update: I am doing super! I have tightness and some swelling, and I still walk like I expect pain yet it never comes. I just realized this morning that I can go up stairs just fine. I'm still kinda careful with things but shit...8 days after surgery!

Thank you! I'm a little less than 3 weeks away from surgery. This really helped.

Thank you so much. I am having mine in August and you give me hope that my toughass fighting spirit will get me back to normal in no time. Thanks.

I don't know how he's able to do that so fast?IAM 54 and just had my full hip done 17 days ago? And IAM very fit Taekwon do and go the gym Evey week? May be he's taking GH for recovering

I will do my right hip jan 2024 hope it goes as good as yours.

Goran Today I marked my 4th day since my R anterior hip replacement. I want to express my gratitude to you again for posting your video. I watched your video at least once a day for the entire 3 weeks prior to my operation, using it as a source of inspiration and strength. My wife would laugh when she would hear your sound track! For others out there finding your site as I did, I would like to give some advice. First, optimize your pre-op conditioning. Work out as much as you can tolerate to build your body prior to the surgery. This will be a savings account from which you can withdraw during your healing. Second, choose your surgeon AND the technique wisely. You’d rather be just a number among many patients to a busy surgeon then seek a great bedside manner belonging to an inexperienced operator. I would further recommend, as have others, ONLY the minimally invasive anterior hip surgery. With less cutting/tissue destruction there is much less need for healing and healing time. Third, this site also attracted many naysayers. What Goran achieved is indeed possible and not fictitious. He was only 52 and in superb shape. One way to level the playing field is to again, have the anterior approach. Goran had the posterior which involved muscle cutting. I will not elaborate on my recovery as am only at day 4. Suffice to say that I walked 40 minutes today and do indeed go up and down stairs as Goran did on day 6. I have never used a cane. Wishing all of you the very best

I'm 37 years old and a male. I was told my left hip needs to be replaced. I read too much about the surgery and now I'm utterly terrified about everything that's involved. How painful is the surgery? When I wake up from the surgery, will I feel intense pain or do the painkillers pretty much cancel it out? How long does the pain generally last? How about pre-op preperation? For instance, how much does the epidural hurt? The epidural really scares me, and what are the chances of my spine/back getting messed up from it? How much does the cathedir hurt? Can they put it in when I'm under anesthesia? If so how much does it hurt coming out? I'm very into bodybuilding and I'm worried that with all the time it takes to recover, that I will become fat and loose all the muscle/strength I've built thus far... How long does it take to recover to the point where I can walk around normal? Also, how long does it take for someone to recover to the point that they can go back in the gym and start weight lifting again? Can I even lift heavy weights again, or will I no longer be able to do that and things like uphill hiking, cycling, martial arts? If someone who had the surgery and who has experience with all this can please let me know the answers to my questions I would be very grateful. I'm avoiding the surgery because I'm so scared about everything involved, but I can no longer walk properly and have a terrible limp, and the pain is stopping me from living my life and doing all the activities I love.

Good job bro just got my new left hip June 21st 2018 can t wait to go back to gym. im 51 years old you give me hope thanks man god bless.

I have to call b.s I am now going on day 8 after a double hip replacement and I walk a bit slow and still need help getting into and out of bed. 4 hours after surgery I couldn't see straight and couldn't make it out my hospital room door

Things are going amazing it has now been 3.5 years and I have been back to normal for close to three of those years.

My question is how long after he did all his pop his hip? There is no way you’re bending and doing it without worrying about popping your hip out. I had hip replacement surgery three weeks ago and I’m still not allowed to bend unless my legs are spread and feet out. And I have an enhanced hip replacement so it shouldn’t pop out but I still have to be careful. I called BS on this guy.

Hi Goran! i'm 37 yrs old. I have inspired a lot after watching this video and also feeling jealous to see your rapid recovery. Hope you are doing fine after second hip replacement. I had THR in my right leg and implanted deltamotion ceramic hip and it's 6 weeks now after surgery. Recently I have started walking without support and joined my work. But when I walk slowly i'm limping on operating leg side. Dr said both leg are equal and it will be ok when I'll do regular activities. Should I do any specific exercise to recover from limping? Dr said I can do everything with this implant after recovery. If you could suggest me some exercise to stronger my hip muscle and also some exercise I can do from 6-12 weeks it would be a great help. Now I can seat straightly. Can I use exercise cycle now to increase mobility of my right hip? Thanks n TC

I don't know if you'll see this comment and question goran2324. You have been a big inspiration to me as I prepare to undergo hip replacement. Question: Did you ever -- and if so, to what extent -- use a walker or cane after surgery?

“4 hours after surgery” hahah I’m a 25 year old male, in pretty decent shape, and I’m 4 weeks out from a right total hip replacement (anterior approach) with a dual mobility prosthesis. Now, people do recover at different rates, but this is complete bs. Why not be honest? People would still support you and be inspired by you.

Impressive! I'm 65 and 6 weeks past right hip replacement (anterior approach). I think I'm doing great and plan to be back surfing very soon. I really believe that being active and in good physical condition before surgery makes a big difference. Like you, I had no real pain. Just soreness. I stayed one night in the hospital. I took prescription pain meds the first two days back at home, then just Tylenol. Used a walker the first day home, a cane the second day home, then no assist after that. I got booted from physical therapy after 3 weeks. I'm sure that other people have radically different results. I feel very fortunate. But, I'm highly motivated to get back to my active lifestyle.

12 months since my left hip replacement and 9 since my right and I feel absolutely like a new (young) man. My video update is at (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g7pznsyfqrmako0.html) so feel free to check it out.

Thank you for this video!👍🏼

Fantastic what an inspiration to fellow hip surgery great 100%

your video really inspires me! thank you!

May I ask you cost of hip replacement surgery?

Dude. HOW. Im 22. 7 days post OP and no where near this. This is amazing.

How you feeling now? Does it feel normal .is it worth it? I am about to have this surgery in few months I am 20yro

I just got surgery 5 days ago and I can't move like that.

you and me both, 7th day im not as fit as you, same results, thanks for the inspiration. I think the difference with us is we both look to be personal trainers, that and our mind set. My surgeon said mine was one of the very worst hips he had seen and where i live they wouldnt let me out of hospital until 2nd day post surgery. cheers you are a winner.

Wow unbelievable...can walk at first day without any crutches?...

day 61 post op from my right hip being replaced. Feeling awesome, did my first double today, I did a boot camp at 7:30 this morning and then followed it up with a spin class at noon today, a little sore in the thigh but other than that all is good. For anybody that is having second thoughts about having your hip replaced, DONT, believe me the end results is far better than the constant pain called ARTHRITIS!!!!!!

In 13 day's I go in for THR I have been working hard through pre op I am 52 Hope I can recover this fast

I am getting both of mine done in a couple of days... This gives me hope !!

Hi Goran, this video is amazing. A little hard to believe how fast your recovery has progressed but i have to take it as face value as is is what it is. I had a left THR just under 4 weeks ago, i`m an otherwise fit, healthy 47 year old guy who`s always been well in to sport and fitness, i was on 2 crutches for 1 week, 1 for the following week and now using a stick., i regularly walk 2-3k a day and have just started light gym work. How have you managed to gain so much flexion and strength in your new hip so early?

Y'all watch Mary Lou Retton's story....and the disclaimer at end👍

Your great video has inspired me. Finally I got THR 2 weeks ago, after 7 years of pain and 10 months not walking. I am 49 now. I specially wanted implant like yours. Canada does not allow import of this implant, so I traveled to Europe. Thank you for your video!

Where is the post surgical swelling?