Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Rehabilitation

Meriter and Dr. Rogerson have developed a comprehensive, proven rehabilitation program to start you on the road to recovery. The 7-day program moves you seamlessly from surgery to home.

The healthcare specialists within Meriter Hospital, HipHab and our clinic work collaboratively to ensure a seamless rehabilitation experience for all Birmingham hip resurfacing patients. This expert team will support you throughout your surgery experience, which includes:

Dr. Rogerson
Dr. Rogerson is currently the only surgeon in Wisconsin approved to use the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System, the only FDA approved hip resurfacing device. To learn more about Dr. Rogerson, visit the About Dr. Rogerson section.

Dr. Rogerson's Staff
Renee Burke and Joanna Hutchins, Certified Physician Assistants, will work with you throughout the process. In our office, Cathy Goetz will help with scheduling issues and Kathleen Goodman will handle financial questions. To learn more about Dr. Rogerson's staff, visit Our Team.

Meriter Hospital
During and after surgery, you will be cared for by a veteran group of nurses. Physical and occupational therapists will also start your rehabilitation program before you transition to HipHab.

HipHab
Physical therapists and occupational therapists will be instrumental in your rehabilitation. In addition, hospitality staff will be available for questions related to accommodations and amenities.
 

One of the critical success factors for a positive outcome is following the rehabilitation process. In order to help achieve the goals for a successful hip resurfacing procedure, you must actively participate in the rehab process and work diligently on your own, as well as with the therapists, to achieve optimal results.

Physical Therapy
Your recovery program usually begins the day after surgery. Our physical therapists will teach you some simple exercises that will strengthen the muscles in the hip and lower extremity. You will be taught the following exercises while laying down:

Following the recommendations on the Precautions page, your physical therapist will also teach you proper techniques to perform such simple tasks as:

• Moving up and down in bed.

• Going from lying to sitting.

• Going from sitting to standing.

• Going from standing to sitting.

• Going from sitting to lying.

Although these are simple activities, you must learn to do them safely so that the hip does not dislocate or suffer other injury.

Another important goal for early physical therapy is for you to learn to walk safely with light forearm crutches or another device. Your surgeon will determine how much weight you can bear on your new hip, and your therapist will teach you the proper techniques for walking on level surfaces and stairs with the assistive device.

Occupational Therapy
An occupational therapist will also visit with you to teach you how to perform activities of daily living safely. He or she will reinforce the hip precautions you should follow.
 

After your hospital stay, you will transition to HipHab. With HipHab, aquatic therapy in our warm water pool is just steps away from your apartment home.

One of the largest pools of its kind in the area, the Warm Water Therapy Pool measures 20' x 40' with depths ranging from 3'6” to 5'. Heated to a soothing 92 degrees, the therapy pool is completely accessible by ramp or swimlift. There is also a lap pool heated to 86 degrees for your therapy program, if recommended by your physical therapist.

Physical Therapy
You will begin with supine sitting and standing exercises, with a focus on isolated muscle movements for re-education. You will progress to stair climbing, distance walking and balance activities, as tolerated.

Aquatic therapy will provide you with a variety of exercises that focus on posture and smooth muscle movement. You will experience decreased pain in the warm water to help you progress more quickly through rehabilitation.



At time of discharge, you can expect to be able to transfer with increased ease in and out of bed, on and off surfaces, and in and out of the car. You will be able to walk with forearm crutches safely and manage stairs with decreased pain. You will be provided with a thorough home exercise program and recommendations for continued therapy.

Occupational Therapy
You will participate in 1-2 group sessions to review total hip precautions as they relate to your activities of daily living and mobility. Your therapist will provide instruction for the use of adaptive equipment needed to perform daily living skills.

A distinct benefit of HipHab is that you and your caregiver stay in a private, furnished apartment while you are participating in rehabilitation. By staying at HipHab, you will experience a level of care that cannot be duplicated by standard outpatient physical services.

Each one-bedroom apartment is modified for our Birmingham hip resurfacing patients, and features a kitchenette and a full-size bed.

At HipHab, you will enjoy having these amenities easily available:

• Dining at Seasons Restaurant and Henry Street Cafe

• Performances and programs at our Grand Hall

• Internet access through our Library & Technology Center

• Garden plaza

Massage services and guest passes for the Aquatic & Wellness Center are available for an additional cost.
 

When you're not participating in rehabilitation, you will be able to experience the best that downtown Madison living has to offer. Many of Madison's cultural and entertainment treasures lie just outside the doors of HipHab.

You can conveniently access restaurants, libraries, museums, the Overture Center for the Arts and Monona Terrace. Also, events like the Farmers' Market, Concerts on the Square and Jazz at Five are all nearby. Patients have found that strolling around the Capital Square is an enjoyable way to practice walking.

Following surgery, a physical therapist may help you with your rehabilitation program. In addition to the exercises done with the therapist, you should continue to perform your hip exercises on your own. It is also important to continue to walk on a regular basis. An exercise and walking program helps strengthen your hip muscles and makes activities of daily living easier to manage.

You will continue to build on the exercises you learned at Meriter. If an exercise is causing pain that is lasting, reduce the number of repetitions. If the pain continues, contact your physical therapist or physician.

While at home, you will continue to walk with the assistive device unless otherwise directed by your care providers. During the first few months following surgery, you must also follow the hip precautions and weight-bearing instructions you received. It is recommended that you not drive unless you have been approved by your doctor.
 

Once Dr. Rogerson has cleared you for water rehabilitation on your own, you may want to visit the Winged Water Walker website for another great idea on further strengthening. Click on this link to their website:
www.wingedwaterwalker.com  (To purchase water wings, click on "See Other Views." Then click on the scrolling banner on the bottom.)

When you return home, Dr. Rogerson's staff will work with your local healthcare providers to ensure that you continue progressing with your rehabilitation.

If you live near Madison, HipHab offers outpatient rehabilitation services to further assist you in your recovery. Options include:

• One-on-one rehabilitation services
   

• Membership at the Aquatic & Wellness Center
   

• An aquatic Hip & Knee class

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