Advice needed for a newbie hippy 6 weeks post op

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I am a 44 yo male living in Plymouth, UK. Having suffered continuing

los of rom for the last ten years I was amazed to find I was

suffering from OA in both hips. There is no family history. and I

have always been fit and active with a variety of sports. But for the

last few years I have been unable to ride a motorbike, cycle or even

put shoes and socks on.

Having waited 18 months I had LBHR on 1st October 2002 here in

Plymouth, UK. With the right side scheduled for January. So a couple

of questions for all the " old hands " in the group.

Having made good progress so far, (using just a cane for walking), I

would really like to start working on improving rom. I guess I have

to retrain those muscles and tendons which havent worked properly for

years. My consultant at the six week visit, was happy that I could

proceed with no restrictions.

So can anybody recommend some excercise to improve my rom ?

How long does it typically take to walk unaided and limp free ?

Could trauma lead to OA ? I was involved in a pretty serious motor

accident 14 years ago where I was driving and took a fair impact

through both legs. Any symtoms have appeared after this time.

Thanks to the group, a great source of information and inspiration !