What You Can Expect After a Total Hip Replacement:

Recovery
Improvements in surgical techniques and post-operative care mean that after about 3 to 4 days you will most likely go straight home from the hospital. For some patients a stay in a rehabilitation center or care facility may be necessary before they're able to return home. Your Joint Care Coordinator will work with your care team to determine what's best for you and arrange additional support at home if required. 

Time Line
Complete recovery time can vary, but you can expect to use a walker for about 4 weeks. In as little as 4 to 6 weeks, you may begin driving again. Activities such as golf and bowling can be resumed in as few as 10 to 12 weeks.

0 days—surgery
3–4 days—leave hospital
5 days—begin outpatient rehab

4 weeks—walking w/o walker anticipated
3–6 weeks—resume driving
10-12 weeks—resume activities

What You Can Expect After Hip Resurfacing:

Recovery
Again, complete recovery time will vary, but most people will use a walker for only about 2 weeks, and driving may be possible in 2 to 3 weeks. Activities such as golfing, dancing or bowling may be resumed in as few as 4 to 6 weeks.  

Time Line
0 days—surgery
1 days—leave hospital
2 days—begin outpatient rehab
2 weeks—walking w/o walker anticipated

2–3 weeks—resume driving
4–6 weeks—resume activities