Hip
Comprehensive Hip Therapy & Rehabilitation
Evidence-based recovery protocols designed by Dr. Frank McCormick & the SIGMA Orthopedics Team to restore mobility, strength, and athletic performance.
At SIGMA Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, hip rehabilitation follows our 100 Days to Success model — a precision-driven program integrating arthroscopic technique, Six Sigma motion tracking, and SynerG biologic optimization to rebuild strength and function after hip labral repair, FAI correction, or cartilage restoration.
What to Expect After Hip Surgery:
Every successful surgery is followed by motion, strength and stabilization. Our structured protocols are built on Dr. McCormick’s research and outcomes strategy to guide you from protection to performance
- Pain control
- Early mobility
- biologic augmentation
Rehabilitation Phases
Phase l : Protection (Weeks 0–2) – crutches, passive motion.
Goals: protect repair, control pain/swelling, begin passive/assisted motion.
Phase ll : Mobility (Weeks 3–6) – weight-bearing progression.
Goals: active motion, rotator cuff isometrics, scapular stability.
Phase lll : Strength (Weeks 6–12) – stability drills.
Goals: strength > 70%, sport-specific conditioning begins.
Phase llll : Return (Weeks 12 +) – athletic integration.
Goals: full strength, return to throwing/overhead work, performance restoration.
Tools to Support Recovery
- Cryotherapy
- TENS Device
- Infrared Therapy
- Nutrition Optimization
- Patient-Reported Outcomes (PROs)
- 100 Days to Health Program
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
SIGMA Orthopedics Hip Therapy — Common Questions
When can I walk without crutches?
Most patients transition off crutches between 2–4 weeks, depending on procedure and strength progression.
When can I sit comfortably again?
Sitting comfort usually improves after 3–4 weeks as swelling decreases and hip mobility returns.
How soon can I return to sport?
Athletic activity typically resumes around 12–16 weeks once strength, motion, and stability milestones are met.