26 November 2025 | Select Doctor

If you are living with arthritis or have experienced a hip injury, even simple daily activities like walking, sitting, or bending can become challenging. Total Hip Replacement Surgery can help you regain mobility and live a more comfortable life. However, the success of your surgery largely depends on how well you prepare before and take care of your hips after the procedure.

At Santosh Hospital, Ghaziabad, one of the best hip replacement hospitals in the region, our orthopedic specialists and physiotherapists emphasize the importance of targeted exercises to strengthen your hip muscles. Strong, flexible hips not only help you recover faster but also ensure your new joint functions optimally for years to come.

Why Hip Exercises Matter

The hip joint is one of the strongest and most important joints in your body, bearing significant weight every day. Arthritis or injuries can weaken the surrounding muscles, making even basic movements difficult. Strengthening the muscles around your hip joint before and after surgery helps:

• Improve mobility and balance
• Speed up post-surgery recovery
• Protect the new hip joint, increasing its longevity

Pre-Surgery Hip Exercises

Preparing your hips before surgery is essential. These exercises make your muscles stronger and joints more flexible, making your recovery smoother. Always consult your doctor or physiotherapist before starting any exercise routine.

1. Glute Squeezes

• Lie on your back with your knees bent.
• Tighten your buttocks for five seconds.
• Repeat 10–15 times a day.
  This exercise wakes up your glute muscles, which play a vital role in hip movement.

2. Quadriceps Sets

• Sit with your legs stretched out in front of you.
• Press the back of your knee toward the floor, hold for 5–10 seconds, then relax.
• Repeat 10 times per leg.
  Strong quadriceps help with stability and balance after surgery.

3. Heel Slides

• Lie on your back with legs straight.
• Slide one heel toward your buttocks, then straighten it back.
• Repeat 10–15 times per leg.
  This keeps your hip joint active and flexible.

4. Standing Hip Abductions

• Hold onto a stable surface for support.
• Lift one leg to the side and hold for a few seconds, then return.
• Repeat 10–12 times per leg.
  Strengthens hip abductors, which improves balance and walking.

Post-Surgery Recovery Exercises

Your physiotherapist will tailor a recovery plan based on your progress. When your doctor clears you to move, gentle exercises can help prevent stiffness and restore strength.

1. Ankle Pumps

• Lie on your back and move your toes up and down.
• Perform 20–30 reps daily.
  Improves blood circulation and reduces the risk of blood clots.

2. Heel Raises

• Stand with support from a chair.
• Raise your heels off the ground, hold briefly, then lower slowly.
• Repeat 10–15 times.
  Strengthens the muscles supporting your hips and calves.

3. Seated Marching

• Sit in a sturdy chair.
• Lift one knee slowly, then lower it. Alternate legs.
• Perform 10–15 reps per leg.
  Keeps your muscles flexible and prevents stiffness.

4. Bridges

• Lie on your back with feet flat on the floor.
• Lift your hips until your knees, hips, and shoulders form a straight line.
• Hold for five seconds, then lower slowly.
• Repeat 10–12 times.
  Strengthens glutes and core, supporting the new hip joint.

Long-Term Hip Health

Even after recovery, maintaining strong and flexible hips is important. Activities like swimming, yoga, and stationary cycling can help keep your joints healthy. Regular follow-ups with the best hip replacement doctors in Ghaziabad ensure your new joint remains pain-free and functional.

Expert Care at Santosh Hospital, Ghaziabad

At Santosh Hospital, our orthopedic surgeons and physiotherapists guide you through every step of your hip replacement journey—before, during, and after surgery. With personalized exercises and professional supervision, you can regain your strength, mobility, and confidence. Every step you take brings you closer to walking without pain and enjoying life to the fullest