You have hip questions?
We have your answers.
Watch Dr. Kurtz’s videos to get answers to your commonly asked hip questions.
Questions about different hip diagnosis
Questions about non-operative treatment for hip arthritis
Questions about getting you ready for a hip replacement (Pre Op Questions)
Questions about your hospital stay for a hip replacement (Day of Surgery Questions)
Questions about your recovery from a hip replacement (Post Op Questions)
Diagnosis Question #1
Is your pain coming from your back or your hip?
Diagnosis Question #2
Is your pain coming from your hip or your knee?
Diagnosis Question #3
Piriformis Syndrome
Diagnosis Question #4
Femoral Acetabular Impingement
Diagnosis Question #5
Hip Dysplasia
Diagnosis Question #6
Hip Bursitis
Diagnosis Question #7
Back Surgery, simplified
Non Op Treatment: Question #1
How do I know if I am ready for a hip replacement?
Non Op Treatment: Question #2
What may happen if I don’t do a hip replacement?
Pre Op Question #1
What is the STJRI PreOp Class?
When patients sign up for surgery, they are also scheduled to attend the PreOp Joint Replacement class usually about 3 weeks before the surgery. Family members are encouraged to attend the class, but the following video of the class is helpful for everyone to watch at least once.
Pre Op Question #2
What do I need to get to be ready for my hip replacement?
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Pre Op Question #3
Are PreOp Exercises helpful before a hip replacement?
Dr. Kurtz recommends all patients try to gt in the best physical condition prior to their surgery. The following video shows some exercises that most patients can do even with hip arthritis.
Day of Surgery Question #1
What is the expected length of stay?
Day of Surgery Question #2
Where is the surgery performed?
Day of Surgery Question #3
Can I do both hip replacements at the same time?
Day of Surgery Question #4
How long does a hip replacement take?
Day of Surgery Question #5
What bearing surface will be used in my hip replacement?
Day of Surgery Question #6
What surgical Approach will be used for my hip replacement?
Day of Surgery Question #7
When do I need to arrive at the hospital or ASC for my hip replacement surgery?
Post Op Question #1
What activities can I immediately do after my hip replacement? What can I do months after my hip replacement?
Dr. Kurtz has one simple rule: DON’T FALL.
Other than that, Dr. Kurtz allows his patients to resume any activity whenever they feel comfortable enough to gradually work up to a particular activity.
Post Op Question #2
When can I drive after a hip replacement? Return to work? Travel?
Driving is usually 3-4 weeks.
Return to desk work is usually 3-4 weeks.
Airplane travel is 4-5 days for emergencies and 5-6 weeks for recreational travel.
Post Op Question #3
How much pain should I expect after a hip replacement
Most patients are off pain medications in 2-3 weeks
Post Op Question #4
Will my legs be the same length after my hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Kurtz takes many measurements and x-rays during surgery to deliver the most accurate leg length possible. Please tell Dr. Kurtz before surgery if you want your leg to be longer or shorter after surgery.