Mend: Hip Replacement Recovery
Surgery prep & recovery log
About
This app guides users through hip replacement surgery preparation and recovery. It organizes surgeon instructions, tracks daily progress, and provides exercise guidance. Users can generate reports for their care team.
What's New in Mend
1.0.6
October 7, 2026
This update makes reconnecting to Apple Health easier. • Added “Reconnect Apple Health” in Move, even if you’ve connected previously. • Improved handling when Health permissions need to be requested again. • Movement now shows as unavailable when data can’t load, instead of displaying misleading zeros. • Added clearer connection guidance and more reliable movement refreshes. Reconnecting keeps your recovery journeys, check-ins, medications, and exercise history unchanged.
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FAQ
What is Mend's main purpose?
Mend serves as a private companion to guide users through the entire hip replacement journey, from pre-surgery preparation to full recovery. It organizes your surgeon's instructions and transforms your recovery into a visible, day-by-day progress log.
Does Mend offer a free trial?
Yes, Mend offers a free trial for 3 days, allowing you to explore all its features before making a purchase. After the trial, a one-time purchase unlocks the app permanently.
How does Mend help with pre-surgery preparation?
Before surgery, Mend provides a countdown to your surgery date, timely reminders for prep checklists, and helps you manage crucial items like medication stop dates and home preparation. It also includes prehab exercises to strengthen muscles before surgery.
What kind of information does Mend track after surgery?
After surgery, Mend facilitates a 30-second daily check-in to log pain, swelling, mood, walking aid, and incision photos. It also tracks your progress through milestones like first steps and moving from a walker to a cane.
Can Mend help with physical therapy exercises?
Yes, Mend includes a standard hip-replacement exercise program with illustrations and explanations. You can configure sets, reps, and sessions to match your physical therapist's prescription, with session reminders and progress tracking.
How does Mend ensure user privacy?
Mend is designed with privacy in mind, requiring no account, cloud storage, or tracking. Your health data is stored exclusively on your iPhone and never leaves the device.
What is the age rating for Mend?
Mend has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teenagers and adults who are preparing for or recovering from hip replacement surgery.
How often is Mend updated?
Mend was last updated on October 7, 2026, with version 1.0.6. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential for future improvements.
