Hip Abduction & Adduction (Lying)
Works the muscles on the inside and outside of the hip and thigh.
What it helps
Gently strengthens the inner and outer hip muscles while lying down — easy, supported work that steadies the joint without loading it.
How to do it
- Lie on your back with your legs straight.
- Slide your leg out to the side, keeping your toes pointed up.
- Slide it back to the center.
Tips
- Keep your kneecap pointing toward the ceiling.
Commonly done as 20 repetitions, 1-2x daily.
Where this appears in recovery
Hip Abduction & Adduction (Lying) is part of 2 recovery programs, typically in the before surgery and phase 1 stage. Each program shows how it fits alongside the other movements:
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These are general exercise guides, not a personal prescription. The repetitions and frequency shown are what's commonly used — your own surgeon or therapist may advise something different, and their guidance comes first.