How much time is it necessary to spend in the hospital for joint replacement of hips and knees?
The amount of hospitalization required after joint replacement varies depending on the patient. If an individual has been active, vigorous, and is in good physical condition, three days is sufficient for hip and knee surgery of this nature. If ones physical activity has been low or impaired and for older individuals, several days more are required. Medicare allows patients to have a period of in hospital rehabilitation for five to ten days to allow additional rehabilitation between hospital stays and home stays.
