Definition of nervous for English Language Learners. : 1  having or showing feelings of being worried and afraid about what might happen. : 2  often or easily becoming worried and afraid about what might happen. : 3  causing someone to feel worried and afraid : making someone nervous.
Most patients after hip surgery are kept on partial weight-bearing for 6 weeks. In theory, patients with cemented prostheses are capable of bearing full weight immediately after surgery. The cement has reached 90% of its strength some 10-15 minutes mixing.
The AAOS notes that early motion helps in the recovery from a tibia fracture because it prevents stiffness. Physical therapy is also beneficial because exercise during the healing process helps to restore joint motion, muscle strength and flexibility. Bearing weight bearing requires crutches or a walker.