Walking. Start with short distances such as walking around your house to build up your endurance. Then try to increase your walking time each day. Use a walker at first and then transition to a cane when able to walk comfortably without a limp or as directed by your therapist. Hold the cane with the opposite hand of your operative leg.

Make turns by taking small steps and picking up your feet to avoid twisting your operative leg. Walk comfortably and don't limp. Your nonoperative leg may feel longer than your operative leg. This is because the muscles in your operative leg are tight. Walking will help stretch these muscles out which will make the sensation of having a longer leg go away.

Please visit https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/ortho... or call 7349365780 if you have any questions or concerns.