Many people have questions about having sex after a hip replacement. It’s usually safe to have sex about 4 to 6 weeks after your hip surgery. But you should wait until you feel ready and are comfortable.
For the first 3 months, it’s important that you protect your new hip joint. When you’re ready to have sex:
- Make sure you let your partner know what’s comfortable or if a position causes pain.
- Make sure you’re comfortable before you start. You may find it helps to use pillows.
- Move gently and don’t make any sudden movements.
- Make sure your partner doesn’t put all their weight on your hips.
Safe positions
Credit: Vancouver Coastal Health
Unsafe positions
These positions are not safe for your hip joint after a hip replacement surgery.
Hips twist too much.
Hips bend too much.
Hips bend too much.
Hips bend and twist too much.
Credit: Vancouver Coastal Health
