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How to Get Out of Bed After Hip Replacement Surgery

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Follow these steps when you need to get out of bed at home after a hip replacement.

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Author: Sinovic, Dianna

Online Medical Reviewer: Joseph, Thomas, MD

Online Medical Reviewer: Wojcik, Stacey, MBA, BSN, RN

Date Last Reviewed: 07/01/2021

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