Preparing for Minor Hip Surgery
Hip arthroscopy with debridement, loose body removal
Outpatient hip arthroscopy with a shorter recovery. Expect crutches for a short period and early physical therapy.
Have These at Home Before Surgery
Set these up ahead of time so they're waiting for you when you get home.
Ice system
Gel packs or a cold therapy machine with a hip wrap for swelling and pain control.
Shop on AmazonPost-op bandage supplies
Sterile gauze and waterproof adhesive dressings for the small arthroscopy incisions.
Shop on AmazonPain & clot-prevention medications
Fill prescriptions BEFORE surgery day; have aspirin at home if it's part of your plan — see your pre-op instructions for the dose.
Prescription pain medication must be filled at your pharmacy — it cannot be purchased online.
Shop on AmazonBring These on Surgery Day
Pack these the night before and bring them to the surgery center.
Crutches
You'll use crutches for the first days to weeks. Bring them fitted to your height on surgery day.
Shop on AmazonLoose shorts or sweatpants
Loose-fitting bottoms that slide easily over a hip dressing.
Set Up Physical Therapy
Schedule your first physical therapy visit before your surgery date — therapy typically starts within the first week after surgery. Enter your ZIP code to find a PT provider we recommend near you.
PT Directory Coming Soon
We're building our directory of preferred physical therapy providers. In the meantime, call our team at 410-268-4717 and we'll recommend a PT practice near you for your procedure.
Optional — Nice to Have
Not required, but many patients find these make recovery more comfortable.
Raised toilet seat
Limits deep hip flexion, which is often restricted after hip arthroscopy.
Shop on AmazonThis is general guidance for our practice's most common procedures. Your specific instructions from Dr. Petre's team always take priority. Questions? Call our clinical line at 410-268-4717.