b'FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How long will I be incapacitated? We want to get you up and moving as soon as possible after surgery. Getting up and moving soon after surgery is very important in your healing process and can help avoid any complications. Physical Therapy may work with you the day of surgery if you are scheduled to go home the day of surgery; or will work with you during your inpatient stay to make sure you can safely get around your home after surgery.How long until I can drive? HIP: This will strongly depend on which side your hip surgery was on and the type of car you drive (standard vs. automatic).If you had your left hip replaced, and you drive an automatic vehicle, you could be driving in as little as 2 weeks.If you had your right hip replaced driving may be restricted as long as 6 week.These estimates are dependent on your personal healing progress, and may vary depending on this. KNEE: Similar to hip replacement, which side you had surgery on will depend on how quickly you get behind the wheel. If you are taking opioids to manage your pain, this will also delay how quickly you can get behind the wheel.It is recommended that when you feel like you are ready to slowly start practicing in a parking lot and on rural roads to test your coordination and timing.When can I go back to work?It is recommend planning on 4-6 weeks off from work.If your job is sedentary (desk job) with minimal activity you may be able to return to work in 2 weeks. Monadnock Community Hospital Joint Replacement Program | UNI Tab 102'