The usual length of hospital stay ranges from 4-10 days. Young patients recover more quickly and usually leave the hospital after 4-5 days. More elderly patients leave the hospital after 6-7 days. By the time you leave the hospital, you will be able to walk 50 yards comfortably and will be able to climb stairs. With each passing day, you will be able to walk further and further. By 6 weeks, you will be enjoying short walks outside. Many patients by 3 months will be able to walk an unlimited distance and will start enjoying gentle sporting activities such as golf.