This is a circuit-based class which aims to improve range of movement and strength.

Its aim is to:

Improve mobility from two- to one-stick
Work on gait re-education, and strength and balance
Improve confidence
Remind patients of hip precautions

The class is open to patients post-surgery following total hip replacements (THR), hemiarthoplasty or cannulated screws following hip fracture and arthroscopic hip resurfacing.

You will attend the class once a week, for up to eight weeks

The class is led by a physiotherapist and a rehabilitation assistant.

On your first session you will be asked to complete a questionnaire to assess your function; this will also be completed on your last session to assess the improvement.

If you are still struggling after the eight weeks, you can be referred to see a physiotherapist on a one-to-one basis.

Referrals

After your operation, you will be seen by a physiotherapist on the ward.

They can refer you into the class directly or you may be referred in following your clinic review in the JAC Clinic at six weeks or one year post surgery.

You could also be referred into the class by your GP or physiotherapist if your surgery was less than two years ago.

Class details

New patients should arrive 15 minutes early.

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