Patient Education Resources

Hemosiderin Staining

This pamphlet explains what hemosiderin staining is and its causes, including what makes some people at a higher risk for hemosiderin staining and treatment.

Hip Exercises

This pamphlet explains how to do exercises to strengthen your hip, including tubing exercises. Stretching guidelines and images of each exercise are included.

Hip Fracture Recovery - Aberdeen Regional Hospital

This pamphlet gives information about recovering from surgery after a hip fracture. Topics include what to expect during your hospital stay, what will happen after your surgery, and what to expect at home. A list of exercises with diagrams is included.

Hip Fracture Recovery Guide - Valley Regional Hospital

This pamphlet explains what to expect before, during, and after surgery for a hip fracture. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Hip Protectors

Hip protectors are plastic shields or foam pads that protect the hip area. This pamphlet explains why you may need hip protectors, how to use them, and how to find the right size.

Hip Replacement Surgery - Dartmouth General Hospital (DGH) Halifax Infirmary (HI)

This guide gives information about hip replacement surgery, including how the hip works, types of surgeries, and Hip Precautions. It also includes information on what to expect before, during, and after surgery, what to expect when you go home, and equipment.

Hip Replacement Surgery: Aberdeen Hospital

This guide outlines information about hip replacement surgery at the Aberdeen Hospital.

Hip Replacement Surgery: Cape Breton Regional Hospital

This guide outlines information about hip replacement surgery at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.

Hip Replacement Surgery: Valley Regional Hospital

This guide outlines information about hip replacement surgery at the Valley Regional Hospital.

Hip Strengthening Exercises

This pamphlet explains how to do exercises to strengthen your hip while lying down and while seated.