My profession is rather small, and we're yet to be licensed in every state. Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are currently licensed to practice as medical professionals in 16 states, and two U.S. territories, and five provinces in Canada. What we do probably wouldn't make for a popular TV show like House or Grey's Anatomy.
(click to expand) For routine hip surgery, we use the blood-thinning medicine for about 4 weeks after surgery. In addition to a blood thinner, we also use early mobility, spinal anesthesia, leg exercises, foot pumps, and efficient surgery as adjunctive measures to minimize the risk of blood clots.
After surgery: What to expect when recovering from hip replacement. After surgery, three factors will play major roles in your recovery: 1. Pain management 2. Physical and occupational therapy 3. Your mental state. Pain management post-surgery. Of course, the long-term benefit of hip replacement is to reduce arthritis pain. But in the short term after your hip replacement, you will feel pain as a result of the surgery itself. Your doctor will prescribe a powerful painkiller called an opioid to help you handle this pain.