Conditions We Treat
Hip Replacement & Resurfacing Recovery in NYC
Recovering from hip surgery means retraining your whole movement system. Our post-surgical massage therapists help you rebuild balance from the ground up—restoring ease through your hips, pelvis, and spine.
- Available in FiDi & Midtown West – open 7 days a week
Causes
What’s Going On After Hip Replacement?
Even after a successful replacement or resurfacing, muscles and fascia around the joint need to adapt to your new alignment. Years of compensation before surgery—from limping, stiffness, or protecting one side—can persist unless retrained. Common issues include:
- Scar tissue limiting range of motion — research shows untreated surgical scars can restrict joint mobility, while manual scar therapy significantly improves scar elasticity and reduces stiffness after 8 weeks of treatment (Lubczyńska et al., 2023)
- Uneven gait or compensatory low back pain
- Tightness in the hip flexors and glutes
- Neck or ribcage tension from months of altered posture
Our therapists are trained in working safely after surgery, coordinating with your PT’s plan to speed recovery without risk.
Recovering from surgery? See our Hip Pain page
How we treat
How Bodyworks DW Supports Hip Replacement Recovery
Anatomical illustration of the hip, pelvis, and back muscles showing how complex the musculature is. Anatomy Plate (Braus, 1921)
Quick Whole‑Body Assessment
Integrated intake and movement evaluation drawing on PT insights to identify compensations and focus hands‑on work efficiently.
Scar Mobilization Progression
Gentle circulation‑boosting techniques early on, progressing to direct scar mobilization and pin‑and‑stretch work after the first six weeks, in line with rehab best practices (NIH PMC, 2023).
Integrated Recovery Plan
Coordination with PT for complementary treatment—our work restores soft‑tissue balance and range while PT rebuilds strength and stability. Reintegration of hip with ankles, pelvis, ribcage, and shoulders ensures lasting, pain‑free motion.
What to Expect
A Progressive Plan
Session 1
Focused on circulation, comfort, and gentle mobility around the hip to reduce tension, promote healing, and get you moving better again quickly.
Sessions 2–3
Build stability and coordination by balancing both sides of the pelvis, improving stride, and aligning joint mechanics to work with and accelerate the results of your PT exercises.
Sessions 4–5
Integrate whole-body movement—linking ankles, ribs, and opposite shoulder patterns—to refine gait, maintain flexibility, and prevent future compensations through a simple, sustainable home-care routine.
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Care
Home Care That Helps Between Sessions
Instead of adding to the long list of PT exercises you’re already doing, we’ll focus on complementary self‑care that fits easily into your routine. This often includes simple practices like the psoas relaxation exercise from our general hip pain page, gentle postural awareness homework, and quick form check‑ins to help you get more from the PT work you’re already doing.
For example, here’s a helpful video demonstrating a psoas relaxation technique:
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How soon can I get massage after hip replacement?
Typically once your surgeon or physical therapist clears you—often around 6–12 weeks depending on healing. We tailor pressure and techniques to your stage of recovery. If you’ve had a hip resurfacing as opposed to a full replacement, you generally can come in as soon as a week after surgery.
Is massage safe for a full hip replacement?
Yes, when performed by trained medical massage therapists. We adjust techniques to your healing timeline and and avoid stressing healing tissues with excessive range of motion techniques too early.
What makes Bodyworks DW’s approach different?
We address the full kinetic chain—ankles, knees, pelvic alignment, lumbar, and ribcage—not just the replaced joint. This helps your new hip move more naturally and reduces compensatory strain.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients feel meaningful progress within 2–4 sessions, with deeper integration occurring over 6–10+ sessions.
Are there precautions for massage after a hip replacement?
Yes. We avoid direct work over unhealed incisions and adjust pressure based on healing stage, inflammation, medical conditions, or medications affecting tissue integrity.
Full list: NYS Massage Therapy Precautions