After hip resurfacing I am rediscovering the joys of trail running in New Zealand.

You may still be able to run with a hip replacement using an appropriate running technique and with the right approach.
Showing posts with label crutches. Show all posts
Showing posts with label crutches. Show all posts

Workouts on crutches

Running shoes and crutches for runner with hip replacement

The wind on your face

Once you are on your crutches and mobile you’ll quickly feel strong enough to head outside. If the weather’s not too extreme grab those crutches and go for it - this is the start of your ‘running’ recuperation proper.

Develop skills with crutches

running hip replacement - crutches

Crutch training for a runner's hip replacement 

If you practice using crutches before surgery you'll know what to expect and will be able to get around more quickly, so get hold of a pair if you can. If you find walking a challenge already due to hip pain before hip replacement surgery, crutches can help mobility and keep you more active. More activity = less weight on the hip.