Hip replacement surgery is a fairly common procedure performed to relieve pain and restore movement. During the surgery, a damaged hip joint is replaced with an artificial one.
If you’re scheduled for hip replacement, you’re probably wondering when you can get back to normal activities, like driving a car.
The answer depends on your individual recovery process and a few other things, but there are some general guidelines you can follow. This article will take you through the factors that influence when it’s safe to drive and offer tips for a smooth return to driving after hip replacement surgery.