Hip Replacement

Total Hip Replacement and sexual activity

Most patients are able to resume their sexual activity, and are able to enjoy hip ratio after the replacement. However, it must wait for the pain and stiffness observed before hip surgery to disappear before you can indulge in sexual activities.

Patients should wait until it becomes hip pain free and has better movement. It may take several weeks before the patient become comfortable with the new prosthesis.

It is believed that in general it is safe to resume the four to six weeks after surgery. One needs to provide sufficient time for the incision and the muscles around the implants to heal. The issue may be discussed with the surgeon during the 6 weeks of follow-up appointment to get his opinion at the time of resuming sexual activity and also the position for safe sex, without causing any injury to the hip.

It was considered safer to take the reports in a passive position in the fund. Less energy is needed in this position. As the individual gains strength and healing of the femur has progressed well, then you can take a more active role.

If the individual who has undergone surgery for hip replacement is a male, then you can lie down on your back with a pillow to support him. His female sex partner takes an active role. It supports your body weight on his elbows and / or knees.

As per available statistics, 20 percent of all patients expect an improvement in their sex life after total hip replacement. Many patients express concern about disruption or damage to the new hip joint while having the relationship. After a period of 8 to 10 weeks of a new capsule would be raised about the new hip. Therefore, after this period, the risk of dislocation is minimal. However, so long as the person takes care not to put too much pressure on the new hip, he is safe.