I'm 65 and had a total hip replacement (anterior method) on Feb. 14, 2023. While in some ways similar to yours, in other ways, my experience differed. I was sent home about 9 hours after surgery 1. My leg was pretty useless the first few days, but I never used or felt the need for the invisible dog walker. If I didn't have the strength to move my leg the way I wanted to, I just manually picked up my thigh and moved it (getting out of bed, into the car, etc.) 2. I also had swelling but no trouble putting on my pants. Even though my leg was often elevated, but not above my heart, my ankle swelled noticeably. My PT said that was normal, and it subsided after about a week or so. I also iced my hip a lot, especially after walking. 3. I never felt bad after the surgery. No fever or chills. On a scale of 1 - 10, my pain never exceeded 2. There was discomfort, yes, but I would not call it pain. I'm sure I could have done things to make it hurt, but I didn't!! 4. I only had bruising near the site of the incision. 5. I was given a 5-day prescription for oxycodone, but only used it the first night - I wanted to make sure I got a good night's rest. After that, Extra-strength Tylenol provided more than enough pain relief. I often forgot to take it after the first 5 days. 6. I WAS allowed to sit after the surgery. My Dr. told me not to do two things: don't fall down the stairs and don't get into a car accident. If either happens, all bets are off. 7. I used a walker the first week and slowly transitioned to a cane during the second and third weeks. Now, one month out, I still use the cane but only some of the time. I can walk with only the slightest trace of a limp. 8. Do whatever exercises your physical therapist recommends. It will speed up your recovery. 9. Pre-op suggestions: A) strengthen your quads and hip flexors as much as you can (pre-hab). B) Don't watch a video of an actual hip replacement until well after (like months after) your operation. I made the mistake of watching one a week before. It's definitely a case of too much information.
Thanks for sharing your story and for watching! I laughed out loud when I read that last bit about not watching a THR video! 😂 I still haven't and maybe never will...that stuff really bothers me. Reading through your experience, I have one question that I think I know the answer to - were you bone-on-bone heading into surgery? And kind of related, how long after being diagnosed as needing THR did you wait before having the surgery?
@@Life411 I started looking into orthopedists about a month before covid, but didn't actually see anyone for it. Then all elective surgery stopped. I kept putting it off for a variety of reasons. I became eligible for medicare late in 2022, decided to wait till 2023 to get it looked at, and got an appointment on January 6. After looking at my x-ray for about one second, I was told I needed a THR. It looked "pretty bad." It was bone on bone and my right leg had became about 1/2 inch shorter than my left (which was corrected by the surgery.) The Dr had a cancellation for February 14 and I took it. So it was about 5 weeks after being told I needed the THR that I got it. Before getting the x-ray I suspected I would need a THR.
That was my guess. My surgeon has had both his hips replaced at different stages (kind of an experiment for him to see what his patients were telling him). He told me that recovery is nearly pain free if you wait until you get to bone-on-bone, so it sounds like that is the reason some of what you experienced seemed easier/better than what I experienced. His explanation was that if you're not bone-on-bone, your hip and all the surrounding tissues are inflamed and surgery makes it much worse. Evidently this leads to more pain, more inflammation and longer recovery times. But for other reasons, I chose not to wait until mine was bone-on-bone. Anyway, thanks for playing and glad you are doing well!
I'm a nurse, 67 yo, with bone on bone ... hip dysplasia (from birth) and had a right THR on 4/25/24. In reading what you wrote I swear my experience was the same! I am sooooo happy I had this done. No more pain. The gave me tramadol and oxycodone (for break through pain .... never took). I only took tramadol for first day only then Tylenol. My PT said swelling (hip to ankle) was normal & dont worry. I do elevate a lot but with no pillows. Walk walk walk lol. I'm glad you are doing fine! Now get up and WALK lol
I am 50 & had a total right hip replacement on Jan 17, 2023. Mistake #1 - I’m a 13 yr bachelor and insisted on going home alone when released after my 3rd day. On the 4th night, I got up to use the bathroom and lost my balance falling across my walker, of course on my new hip. I dodged the proverbial bullet but had some set back. 8 days later, this genius slipped on the stairs going into my sunroom. Of course I fell on my new hip and on my metal cane. Seeming to only have 20/20 in hindsight, I should have hired a home care person for the first week or so. So PLEASE, use better judgement than I exhibited. As for the hip pain that I’ve endured for several years that progressively worsened, I could tell by day 3 after surgery it was gone. THAT has been a relief and I am grateful to have had a terrific surgeon.
Thanks for sharing Ron. Absolutely, you need help at least the first week after surgery and longer if possible and depending on many factors. Glad you survived it all relatively unscathed (except perhaps your ego 😇 ). Do you mind me asking how you happened upon my video/channel?
@@Life411 I don’t mind at all! Thankfully, 😂, I waited until after surgery to begin watching RU-vid videos of the actual procedure taking place in the OR. While searching for tips on faster recovery on YT, I came across the “Talking with Docs” channel which is the most informative I’ve seen. Both gentlemen are Orthaoedic surgeons and do a phenomenal job explaining procedures and recovery IMO. I said all that to get to this……I’m assuming Google algorithms as your channel was at the top of my feed. I sincerely appreciate people that take the time to share their experiences like you did. Not that you asked but I commented hoping my words of caution would benefit someone else. Originally, I was going home with my parents for the first week but my dad had come down with a bad case of the flu. However, I had options available and means to hire in home care which I should have done. On top of that, I have balance issues related to my Ménière’s disease which will lead all your readers to further question my IQ level when it comes to staying alone right after surgery. Lol, as they should! I’m young for a total replacement and mine was due to a birth defect in the right hip not fully forming which became evident when I began learning to walk. The Dr that delivered me told my mother I would have to have it replaced by 40. I made it ten yrs past, obviously, but if I had it to do over, I would have had the surgery 6-7 yrs ago. My apologies to a book worth reply to your simple question. Once again, thank you for sharing your experience.
No apology necessary, that's good info. I have seen the Talking with Docs and think I watched one of their videos. I'll have to watch some more. Honestly, I spend so much time creating content that I don't have much time for consuming the content of others. 😀 Thanks for sharing and hope you keep watching!
The most honest and realistic depiction of the first week post op hip replacement. It reads as if I wrote it. Compared to other posts where you feel guilty if you're not walking a mile after 4 days
I agree! I'm 3 days out from my THR, and it's true about your leg being totally useless. The problem I'm having is that my arms are short, so trying to lift my body to get in and out of bed is so difficult and painful! Does anyone have any suggestions? I'm 4'11, and because my arms are short, I literally have to drag myself, getting on and off my bed and some chairs.
I 🇬🇧enjoyed the video but what everyone has to understand is, everybody’s journey is different. I have just had a THR on my left leg. I am 59;years old. Because I had no muscle I have had reconstruction of my thigh with 11 layers of stitches inside my leg as well as the hip replacement. I am five weeks in from the Op. I am in the UK 🇬🇧 and was discharged 48;hours later. I was in absolute AGONY even with the help of liquid morphine. My husband and Mum were amazing. 5 weeks on I am walking with one crutch. Bathing my self and even cooking a few meals.The difference in huge. but you have to understand everybody is different. Good luck! 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧👏
Hi Tracey, thanks for watching! I absolutely understand what you're saying which is why I created this other video ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-t8vBYNr-8sY.html . Sounds like you have had a rough time of it, but are on the mend. I wish you all the best in your recovery.
Just had my hip replaced 5 days ago. Thank you for a realistic impression of what I'll be able to do and that it's normal that I don't have a ton of control over my leg.
With my first hip replacement I learned that satin sheets on the bed along with wearing silky shorts are essential to easily getting in and out of bed. And the easiest clothes to get on with the grabber are pull-on skirts and pull-on shorts. Easy.
Thank you very much for your post. As others have pointed out, post surgery experiences can really differ. I am 74 and had a THR 6 months ago. My hospital recommended spending the first night there after surgery, which proved to be very beneficial. I was on my way home 24 hours after surgery, and the first day back I didn't do much except read and watch vid in my pop-up recliner, which I bought specially for recovering from surgery. The first few days, my surgical leg didn't want to do much at all, but on the 4th day, everything seemed to start working well. I did take oxycodone every 6 hours for the first 4 days but then was able to taper off so I was only taking acetaminophen after 10 days. A week after surgery, I was walking at a regular pace using a walker, then graduated to using a cane. After 2 weeks, I needed no assistive devices whatsoever for walking on uneven ground, being on my feet for hours, and climbing stairs, and I had no pain except if I happened to bump the incision site. What helped me was being in good physical shape before my surgery, especially concentrating on upper body strength. My surgery was elective due to severe osteoarthritis not because of a traumatic injury, so I was able to prepare for the surgery 4 months ahead of time. Having had such a good experience, I won't hesitate should I need a THR on the other side sometime in the future.
My pleasure. Sounds like you are recovering well. Thanks for the update on my recovery. @MrTuna315, in the US alone, surgeons perform over 300,000 hip replacements each year and I'd like to help them all, so I appreciate it any time you help spread the word about my Hip Vlog to friends, family, co-workers, heck even the person standing next to you in the checkout line. 😸
Hi all! I had simultaneous total hip replacement Aug 6th 2024. Having both done at the same time was the smartest thing I could have done. Anterior approach. 3 days after surgery ditched the walker. 3 days after that, ditched the hiking sticks. 8 days after surgery, walked a mile. 12 days after surgery, walked 2 miles. 2 weeks post op appt, was released from any restrictions and was told I didn't need any PT. Yesterday and today I walked 5 miles each day. Only going up from here. The reason I'm able to progress so quickly is because of the preparation well before the surgery. 59 years old and I weigh 180. I tried to be in the best possible condition I could be in even though my hips absolutely tried to sabotage that everyday. Being physically strong absolutely is essential to the recovery. I also had hernia surgery 3 weeks before the hips surgery, which made everything a bit complicated but it worked. Just keep walking and resting. That is the everyday fix. Best of luck to everyone!
I had a bilateral total hip replacement. Alone at home. Looked after myself. Had a t bar from the ceiling. Pulled myself out of bed with it. Easy Did my exercises. Got 14 syringes to inject myself to prevent blood clots. Hated those socks. Followed instructions to the letter. After 12 days bandages removed. Two thin pink lines. No infection. After a month started walking with a walking stick
Wow! Good on ya. I wouldn't want to inject myself, but I guess I'd do it if I had to. So did you not have a fever, etc.? I was pretty wiped out for a few days. Congrats on a successful recovery. Did you see my Compression Sock burning video? 😺
I’m 57 and 5 weeks in now from right hip replacement. Week 2 I started riding stationary bike 3 times a day for only 10 mins at a time . I found that really got me moving and muscles working again and was good without the cane by week 2/3 . Week 3 started back at the gym mostly upper body w some light leg extensions and hamstring curls . Week 5 now I’ve started light - high rep hack squats and body weight lunges along with elliptical trainer . I feel mechanically/ physically excellent , great mobility, just holding back waiting for the 8-10 week mark when I know the bone has grown solid to the prosthesis . Goal is to be water skiing again in June 🤞, feel 20 yrs younger 💪
Thanks for watching and for the synopsis of your hip journey so far. Sounds like you're doing great. Your comment about "waiting for the 8-10 week mark when I know the bone has grown solid to the prosthesis" gave me pause because my surgeon gave me a significantly longer timeline. That said, I just tried googling and couldn't find any concrete information one way or the other. Good luck and let me know how it's going. I'm coming up on 8 weeks post op and can't wait to resume beach volleyball. I've started warmups and peppering with friends, but only for 15 minutes at a time so far.
@Game of Life 411 thanks! My most memorable milestone, was after having my second hip done, I was able to walk. I hadn't been able to walk for almost two years.
I did pre surgery exercises for many weeks, had my surgery March 13,2023 and according to my therapist (who has come twice now) I'm so progressing ahead of schedule as of today March 17, 2023. I've had no swelling, it feels very tight ( obviously). Research beforehand helped me tremendously.
Everyone certainly is not on the same trajectory, but everything you’ve documented has been extremely helpful.thank you so much for the thoughtful postings, I’ve learned more from your vlog series than anything else…day 4 and still in the fatigue stage…
So glad my videos have been helpful. Thanks for watching and I hope you find my other Hip Vlogs just as helpful in your recovery. Hang in there, it definitely gets better! 😺
Hi I’m 2 1/2 weeks post op total hip replacement lateral (upper right thigh incision). I am 66 yrs old with arthritis thru out my body and severe lumbar scoliosis. Like you I felt great day after surgery, I spent 24 hrs in hospital being given IV pain meds. I was able to walk the hallways with a physical therapist using a walker and learning few exercises and then released with oxycodone and anti nausea meds. Day 3 at home i felt like I had been hit by a truck. My leg was useless and I was in excruciating pain and the pain medication barely helped. By day 4 my leg swelled up twice it’s size to my foot. I elevated and iced it for 3 days until it went down. My tips are educate yourself ahead of time, do your physical therapy exercises religiously, listen to your body if your having hip or leg pain do whatever you need to do to rest it, accept help for anything you need, use the pain medication if you need it…it’s for a temporary medical need. I’m now getting around much better using the walker, able to put 80% of my body weight on surgery hip/leg, going to therapy 2x a week, the pain is no longer excruciating like first 10 days but now is more like achy muscles and throbbing bone pain from the physical exercises, and the ugly hip, thigh-butt, and calf bruising is now disappearing,
Hi Marcella, thanks for watching and sharing your story. Sounds like you had a rough couple weeks, but I'm glad to hear that things are getting better for you. One of the reasons I'm sharing what I've learned through my hip journey (now 8 weeks post op) is to your recommendation to "educate yourself ahead of time." So hopefully these videos will help others. I will continue to create content as long as I feel that I have something to share that may help someone. Hope you will subscribe and stay tuned for future content. This weekend I'm publishing my 7 week post op workout routine. Wish you all the best in your recovery - please check in from time to time and by all means feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Best, Peter
Hi Marcella, How is your hip journey going? I am starting a Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook and wanted to invite you to join me there as we continue our hip journeys. Hope to see you over there. Here's the link facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/ Peter
You are very welcome. Just hang in there this first week...hopefully yours will be easier than mine...it is for some folks. It gets better pretty quickly after that. If you ever have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out.
I am in day 3 after mine and your video gave me a lot of encouragement. I am in the”blah” stage - want to go do something but can’t get that leg to cooperate. Thank goodness my husband is great! Had not heard about sitting, so will do more laying and less sitting.
Thanks for taking the time to make all of the hip videos sir, three days out from FHR right side. These videos have been great to look back on. 👍 the swelling is crazy haha. Have a great day !!
Sounds like a recovery by the book then. Hang in there, it should start getting better faster next week. That said, patience and baby steps win the day! Happy healing!
I had a total hip replacement July 16,2022… Recovery was Great, only problem is my left leg is 2 cm longer than my right so it throws my back out all the time and I walk like a pirate… Tried to return to work in December for 3 weeks and ended up going back out on Disability.. I work in sales at Nordstrom… Now have to have a cat scan of my legs next week and then my Dr. will figure out what I need… 😢 I am hoping Custom heel lifts for my right leg….❤
Thanks for watching! Funny enough, I was actually told by a Doctor 25 years ago that one of my legs was longer than the other, so I wore orthothics and lifts in one shoe ever since then. I just stopped using them. Hope that works for you too!
Great to share your experience, I’ve read a few blogs and watched some videos but your point on the leg being a dead weight is spot on. Getting in by and of bed is a struggle and if I make a small error it’s pain city. But only day 3 post surgery so let’s see what the next few days reveal 😊
Thanks for the feedback Phil. And thanks for watching. Wish you all the best in your recovery and look forward to hearing how you progress. Hopefully every day a little bit better. Best, Peter
Thank you so much for doing this video!! I am having a THP this coming Wednesday, March 15th and I’m scared to death but listening to your positive and comforting words really helps me going through. I do also have a leg lifter as you call it invisible dog walker lol. I heard that really helps out carrying your leg over. Hope my surgery goes as well as yours. I’m having the best in the city Beacon orthopedic surgeons and again thank you for your video. I really appreciate it. God Bless.
My pleasure. I'm so glad that you found it helpful and comforting especially since that is the whole reason for doing it. Wish you a smooth surgery and recovery. Thanks for taking the time to post a comment and for the positive feedback. Since you're heading into surgery Wednesday, did you also see my video on Day of Surgery?
Hi Pete, yes, I did, I thought I post a review but if I didn’t I definitely will, I’m actually reviewing all your videos. You’re such an inspiration to me and my husband because he’s very very nervous for me as well and for himself… Lol he is going to be my caretaker, oh boy!!! I have 20 steps to come into my floor, so I’m pretty nervous about that.. I was told that until I feel comfortable doing steps, they would not send me home so we’ll see and thanks again for your reply. That means a lot.
Thanks again for the kind words. If you're both already thinking about being a good patient and caretaker, I have a feeling things will work out. I told my wife very early on that I wanted to be a good patient and wasn't going to take advantage of her as a caretaker. Sometime near the end of the first week after surgery, I asked her how I was doing and she told me that I was a "great patient." Whew! And I've told her more than once that she was an absolute Angel of a caretaker. Yes, same here, I had to climb up and down 3 steps before they released me from the hospital. Somehow it was easier in the hospital, maybe because I really wanted to come home. But after I got to our second floor the day of surgery, I didn't even try stairs again that first week. Again, good luck with everything and thanks for watching!
Thanks so much for watching. Good luck with your bilateral hip replacement. Sounds like you were having it both done at the same time. I've heard of that.. please let him know how it goes.
January 10th of this year I had a right hip replacement anterior approach. You are 100% correct the leg muscles are out of commission. I used my non surgical leg my left foot to hook under my right anlke to lift and lower my right leg. It worked like a charm.
I would love to have seen your BEGINNING exercises Day 1, Day 2, all the way to 5. Basically, the first week. I'm scheduled for surgery July 28, 2023, Anterior muscle sparing. I did go hiking in the NC Smoky Mountains & Chimney Rock, & Pisgah Mountains (we live in Tx.). I'll be 67 in August & VERY active. So, your journey is very hopeful for me. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing.
My pleasure, glad you are finding my videos hopeful/helpful. Glad to hear you are a very active 67 year old...I hope to be able to say the same in a few more years. In terms of exercises week 1, there wasn't much. Mostly my surgeon recommended Abductor endurance which is basically hold up the leg while lying on your side and see how long you can hold it up. Goal is 5 minutes and boy does it burn by the time you work your way up to that! There were a few other little exercises in the paperwork from the hospital, but my surgeon's notes said "Abductor strengthening only." I didn't start any other type of strengthening exercises until after my 2.5 week post-op checkup. Hope this helps. Peter
@@Life411 , thank you so much for the info. Of course, every dr. is different & every patient is different. I'll update you & your subscribers as to what my dr. gives me. 🤞🤞🙏
This was very helpful. Other videos about THR recovery didn't cover these subjects. Not being able to sit would be a bummer for me, too. Currently sitting in my computer chair is my most comfortable position - more comfortable than lying down, and certainly more comfortable than standing! (No surgery yet, just a very sore, arthritic hip). I wish I could swallow a magic pill and make this all just go away. :^/
Glad you found the video helpful. Just curious if there's any particular reason you are putting off the surgery? Ah, if only there were such a magic pill! 😸
I HAD MY LEFT HIP REPLACED OM 3/2. THE FIRS T WEEK WAS HELL. I GAINED A LITTLE EACH DAY. I HAD CHILLS. BUT MY TEMP WAS NORMAL. I WORKED THE EXORCIZES I WAS TAUGHT. BY DAY 9 I SHOWERED AND HAD SOME DRESSING COME OFF. I WAS ABLTE TO WALK A LOT MORE. BY DAY 11 I WAS WALKING OUTSIDE UNTIL I GOT TIRED. DAY 12. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE FOR A FEW STOPS WITH DRIVE UPS. I MIGHT HAVE OVER DONE IT A LITTLE BUT I AM WALKING IN THE HOUSE WITH A CANE.. SO FAR SO GOOD.
Thanks for watching! Sounds like you're making good progress. Congratulations. Surprised you had chills and no fever...those usually go together. Since you're about two weeks post op, what is the biggest goal or milestone you look forward to achieving? PS I think you CAPS lock is stuck 😉
Super helpful video! I wish that I had found this before my surgery. You captured all of my surprises. I was fortunate, it was my left leg,and I sleep on the left side of the bed, so lifting that leg up was a lot easier. I also have a nurse cat, who a week after surgery, jumped on my incision in the middle of the night. Not cool, but forgiven! I'll share this with a buddy getting the same procedure and doctor.
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching and especially for sharing with your friend. That's honestly the best way to get more views of this content and help more people.
Thank you so much for your vlog. I am 51 and having a full hip replacement in 2 months. I have been scared to death about everything I have seen, read, and heard until I came across your vlog. I know everyone is different but now I have an honest idea of what to expect.
My pleasure. Thank you for watching and especially for the kind words. I made the vlog to help others, so it means a lot to know that you found it helpful. Since you're still 2 months out, have you checked out any of my other hip videos. You will want to do as much prehab as you are able to. I wish you all the best in your hip journey!
@@Life411 Its a family member and she had to have the procedure done suddenly because of injury. Now we have to decide if she should go to rehab or home where I can help her. Can one rehab at home just as well as at a rehab place?
Sorry to hear about the injury of your family member. Depends on some factors like their overall health, age, fitness level and whether or not they had any pre-existing mobility issues (like a pronounced limp). Some hip replacement surgeons now recommend NO PT after hip replacement and that is the path I'm following. For many, just walking and a couple other light exercises are all that's required to heal from THR (Total Hip Replacement). But I'm only 55 and was very fit and active right up until my surgery 8 weeks ago. Personally, I hate staying in the hospital - get no rest. I was able to come home the day of surgery, but I needed someone to help me ... that first week is rough! My wife was an Angel and I tried to be a good patient. Does this help?
@@Life411 Yes thank you. Very helpful. That is very surprising about no PT. She's 90 so the situation is pretty different from yours but I agree I would rather she was home.
Thanks for watching and especially for taking the time to Comment! It's very important to the YT algorithms to make this visible to help more people (I sincerely hope). Do you mind me asking where you heard about my video?
Thanks Phil. That was challenging. Fortunately, I'd already put in a raised toilet a few years ago - mostly just because I have long legs and am tall. That helped. I was able to manage it myself using a crutch, but it was really a struggle. A friend was unable to do it by herself and her husband had to help lower/raise her using a strap that is intended for that purpose (helping another person sit/rise). I have seen others that buy (or make) bars that sit next to the toilet so they have something to hold onto or push up against. Others will use a walker (I never used one). So I'd definitely recommend investing in something to help with this. Unfortunately, I don't have any specific recommendations since I just suffered through it without purchasing anything. If I had to do it over again, I'd definitely make that investment. Hope this helps!
@@Life411 Thanks and very useful again. We have her pre-assessment appt next Wednesday so will ask more about this including the strap thing you mention. Cheers!
Hey Phil, I should have asked before, but have you Subscribed to my Channel and set Notifications so that you're notified when I publish new videos? I'm 6 weeks post op, so am planning to share a lot more. Cheers!
I'm in it now and also am experiencing a temperature with chills every afternoon. I wish someone had told me this was normal. My legs are both very swollen which lets me know I need to elevate more. I really appreciated your hopeful post. Thank you.
Hi Olga, thanks for watching and for the positive feedback. I continue to post new content when I believe it will be helpful to others in their hip journeys. If you want to be notified, please subscribe and turn notifications "on". Wish you all the best in your hip journey. Let me know how you are doing from time-to-time. Best, Peter
Hi Olga, I don't suppose you'd join me in my new Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook? It's still in its infancy, so need to build some membership and momentum to make it a viable source of support. Thanks in advance, Peter facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/
First off...cuddly red cats, make everything better.....After months of trying to figure out what was wrong with my hip ( xrays, MRI) finally discovered labral tear and 5cm cyst in hip joint..shocked to be told by ortho surgeon..after 40, patients only offered THR as fix. Have thought of waiting until I can't tolerate the pain any longer before opting for surgery. The idea of THR scares the heck out of me. Appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, sure helps. Thank you.
Mike thanks you. 😺 My pleasure and I hope you found some of my videos helpful as you try to figure this out. If you have any questions or want to bounce anything off me, I'll try to help. Are you right at 40? Thanks for watching!
@@Life411 nope...right at 60...LOL...just thinking THR is rather drastic for labral tear..Seems in Canada, social medicine has an 18 month wait list for hip surgery, and doesn't offer minimally invasive repairs for anyone over 40. Thanks again for your videos.
I had a complicated hip replacement 12/21/22. I had to have hardware removed from previous surgery. It has definitely been a rollercoaster but I’m finally starting to see the light. I’m still using a cane but hopefully not for much longer. Thank you for sharing your experience!
My pleasure Angie. Thanks for taking the time to post a comment! I hope you found my video helpful. Sorry for your complicated THR and rollercoaster. So after 3 months, what's the most important milestone you've achieved?
@@Life411 going from using a walker to a cane was a huge one. My momma was so excited to see me walking again. I’m mainly using the cane for balance now, hopefully not much longer though!
Nice! Not a bad idea to have a cane or crutch with you for a while longer anyway...let's others know to be cautious around you. I did that for a while especially because dogs can sometimes lunge and I know my balance was not as good as normal. Thanks for sharing!
Great video, wish I had seen it sooner. 9 days post, and leg has swelled up thigh to knee making very painful movement. Will follow these recommendations , hopefully it helps.
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching and commenting. By any chance, did you subscribe and set notifications on so you know when I post more hip videos?
@@Life411 I did! I’m still watching and rewatching your videos. They are the most helpful ones I’ve found! I’ve been putting off my surgery for a while now. I’m going back to my surgeon in two weeks to discuss a surgery date- so nervous!
@@bettybrooks2004 Hi Betty! I noticed you first commented 1 year ago, so thanks for being such a loyal viewer! It means a lot to me to hear that you've found my videos on hip replacement to be the most helpful especially since you've been researching this for so long. Good luck with your appointment in two weeks. Please let me know when your surgery gets scheduled. Best wishes, Peter
Thanks for watching and especially for taking the time to Comment! It's very important to the YT algorithms to make this visible to help more people (I sincerely hope). Do you mind me asking where you heard about my video? I'm guessing one of the FB forums. Good luck with your THRs! Don't hesitate to reach out if you ever have a question or concern.
Thank you for your videos. They are a great help and are encouraging. I am scheduled for my left hip in about 4 weeks. I'm 68 and swim a mile about 3 times a week and recently been lifting weights to further strengthen my legs. The surgery must create quite a bit of trauma to the leg muscles.
Thanks for watching Paul! Great that you swim and are prehabbing for better recovery after surgery. Yes, the legs have a lot of trauma. I get cramps and twinges pretty regularly still at 8 weeks post op, but it gets better every week. Swimming is an awesome overall workout - the other 4 members of my family are all big swimmers. Have you checked out any of my other Hip videos, like the one about prehabbing or the 10 Days Before Surgery one? Hope you'll find them helpful as well and please stay tuned to my channel after surgery as I continue to put out new content. This weekend I'm publishing my 7 week post op workout routine. Wish you all the best in your surgery and recovery! Keep in touch. Peter
@@Life411 Thanks for your reply. I've watched most of your videos including the one of you practicing getting in your sports car; I agree with your wife nowadays. Luckily it's my left leg and I just have to hoist myself up into my truck or into my wife's car. After watching one of your videos regarding your surgeon, I worry if I'm doing this pre-emptively. I've had thigh pain stepping up onto curbs for the last couple of years and then visited my brother in Oct who lives in a two story house and found it difficult going down the stairs the first couple of days with pain in my thigh. And then in my groin and knee. Made an appointment with a surgeon who took xrays and said I you could delay it for a year or two and was surprised this was my first visit; the swimming helped. I have a trip planned to New Zealand/Fiji in Oct and it was either do the surgery now or wait till Jan 2024. I've seen people around me who put off a hip or knee replacement far too long and have terrible limps that cause other problems. Hopefully my approach will work out and I will have 5 months for rehab before my trip. Thank you for your videos.
Paul, sounds like we're of similar minds having hip replacement before it causes other problems. I think people (including surgeons) who recommend waiting several years are stuck in the old mindset where these prosthetics only lasted 10-15 years. Now they last 20-30! I'm sure you'll have a great trip to NZ and Fiji. I've been to NZ twice, but never Fiji. Have you heard of the Milford Track? It's an amazing multi-day hike on the south island ending at Milford Sound. We planned both our trips to NZ around the Milford Track and it was the highlight. Regardless, I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time with your brand new hip! Best, Peter
@@Life411 Peter, Thank you so much for your videos. Your tips have been very helpful. It’s great I can go back and re-watch them. I had my surgery on Monday, the 24th, so far things have gone really well. I stayed the night in the hospital and came home Tuesday afternoon. I’ve been taking Tylenol for pain and Meloxicam and ice for swelling. There is pain and stiffness when I get up and some swelling. Thanks for your tips about swelling. You’re right about the wonders of modern medicine. My surgeon and his team deserve a lot of the credit. Your videos are very helpful.
Thanks for watching and for the positive feedback Christine! Hope you get through this first week after surgery more smoothly than I did. Were you bone-on-bone?
Hi Christine, How is your hip journey going? I am starting a Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook and wanted to invite you to join me there as we continue our hip journeys. Hope to see you over there. Here's the link facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/ Peter
Hi Donna, I don't suppose you'd join me in my new Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook? It's still in its infancy, so need to build some membership and momentum to make it a viable source of support. Thanks in advance, Peter facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/
Hi James, I don't suppose you'd join me in my new Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook? It's still in its infancy, so need to build some membership and momentum to make it a viable source of support. Thanks in advance, Peter facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/
Hey William, I'm also 3 months post-op (Jan 23rd). Sorry you didn't find this video sooner. I give my surgeon Kudos for his pre-surgery and post-surgery communication. That said, it still wasn't enough. Do you mind me asking how you found my channel? Best wishes in your continued recovery, Peter
Thank you so much for your videos. It’s great I can re-watch them and for free. I had my surgery on Monday, the 24th, so far things have gone amazingly well. I stayed the night in the hospital and came home Tuesday afternoon. Since then I’ve been taking Tylenol for pain and Meloxicam for swelling, but honestly I don’t have much pain at all, only when I get up and that’s at the surgical site. By Thursday I regained function on my leg for getting into and out of bed and it’s only gotten better. I’ve had some nerve pain at my knee cap when lying down, but a pillow under my calf has helped. This is my second surgery in my lifetime (the other was hernia). You’re right about the wonders of modern medicine. My surgeon and his team deserve a lot of the credit. Thank you so much for your videos. They are very helpful.
Hi William, I don't suppose you'd join me in my new Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook? It's still in its infancy, so need to build some membership and momentum to make it a viable source of support. Thanks in advance, Peter facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/
Hi Paul , I don't suppose you'd join me in my new Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook? It's still in its infancy, so need to build some membership and momentum to make it a viable source of support. Thanks in advance, Peter facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/
@@Life411 currently in process of meeting with my ortho to finalize questions and schedule surgery. Hoping for a mid to late June date. Would like to be able to travel internationally in the fall.
Got it, you're still early in your hip journey. Hope you find some of my other videos helpful in your journey too. If you use Facebook at all, there are some good support groups there. I've started a fledgeling one myself and would love to hear from you there. Hope you will let me know how you're doing from time to time. Peter
Hi Gwen , How is your hip journey going? I am starting a Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook and wanted to invite you to join me there as we continue our hip journeys. Hope to see you over there. Here's the link facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/ Peter
Hi Gwen, I don't suppose you'd join me in my new Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook? It's still in its infancy, so need to build some membership and momentum to make it a viable source of support. Thanks in advance, Peter facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/
Thanks Debbie! Mind if I ask how you found my video? Also, since your surgery is coming up, you might enjoy my video on the Day of Surgery as well as the one on the 10 Days Before Surgery. Wish you all the best!
Best wishes! I noticed the deep burning pain in the hip joint I had dealt with several years was gone a few days after surgery. I hope all goes well for you as well! 🙏
@@Life411 Thank you! I did see the other video - I have been looking for info on hip replacements and your video popped up on my “suggestions”. I’m a bit nervous so I’m trying to be prepared 😉
Absolutely! If there's anything you have a question or concern about, please don't hesitate to ask. Are you gathering information from any other sources like FaceBook groups?
Can anyone help? I'm day 4 anterior approach thr, the femoral nerve in the front of my operative thigh is burning / stinging/stabbing pain with every step. Two years ago I had the other hip replaced and my femoral nerve is still not back to normal . I'm so scared I was injured again . Has anyone had this pain and gotten better after a few weeks or months?
Hi Katherine, sorry you're suffering with this nerve pain after THR (Total Hip Replacement). My femoral nerve caused me significant pain after surgery and my surgeon suggested I take prescription NSAID (Meloxicam in my case) for "as long as I needed it." After a couple weeks, the pain went away and stayed away. Hope this helps. If it does, please let me know. Wish you all the best in your hip recovery. Peter
Hello Peter, (I believe thats your name from your reply's to the comments) Ron here, 60 yr male, going to have my THR on my right side on July 11. 2023. Oct 2019, I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis and back then it seemed I could work, play, exercise with it BUT here I am almost 4 yrs later and the pain and limitations are just to much. I am way, way past needing THR. So far, watching 3 of your videos has been quite informative, your thinking process is kinda like mine and I love your detail with the THR experiences. A few questions: --Did you have any other health issues...?. I have CHF which is a bad failing heart..? I worry about the "inner" healing of my soon to be surgical area and how the bone will graft onto the prosthetic joint. Good Blood flow can heal anything in the body but I sadly, I dont have that anymore. Did you have anyone on your Facebook group that had anything similar to me..? --I believe, I saw you play sand volleyball are you going to be able to do that again..? I want to be able to get in some 1 to 2 mile jogs. Some occasional 20 yd sprints. My Ortho surgeon, says I should be able to do those things BUT IT will depend on how I recover. BUT no more basketball, No more intense workouts .... anyways thx for your THR videos.
Hi Ron, Thanks for watching! I'm glad you're finding my videos helpful. Let me try to answer your questions. Did I have any other health issues? No, not really. I do have a long history of recurring skin cancer going back 25 years or more, but I don't think that would have any impact on my hip or THR recovery. Sorry about your CHF. If that might affect bone ingrowth, you might want to talk to your surgeon about some screws and/or cement just as an insurance policy. My facebook group is still in its infancy, so I haven't heard of anything like that on that group, but I also participate in quite a few larger, older groups where all sorts of complicating factors like yours are discussed. I can't think of any occurrences of CHF specifically though, sorry. That said, you always have to take everything from those groups with a grain of salt because ask 10 people and you'll get 10 different answers. There's a lot of variation in just about everything about this procedure. I do play volleyball and was able to play up until the week prior to surgery thanks to some prescription NSAIDs, etc. That helped in my recovery immensely (just being relatively fit). I am back to playing beach doubles volleyball and at 5 months post-op I'd say I'm back to about 80% of my pre-surgery level of play. I still hold back somewhat to be cautious. Regarding the activities you listed, you will hear a wide range of answers about what you can and can't do. My surgeon said no more running which was Ok with me because I only ever did it for overall fitness. Running, Singles Tennis, Basketball seem in general like sports that would be tough on a hip. Some people still engage in them and you will have to decide for yourself the risk vs reward of each. Hope this helps Ron. I'll reply to your other comment separately. But feel free to ask if you have other questions, or you might want to consider joining one or more FB groups like mine. I wouldn't suggest only mine because it's still pretty young and small. Best, Peter
I hope your recovery has gone well so far. Mind if I ask what has been the most important milestone so far? Btw, do you participate in any of the Facebook support groups for hip replacement?
@@Life411 I was scared at my first physio appointment last week, not sure if I’d be able to do the exercises (stand on my tip tiptoes). Being able to made me feel confident I can do this. Most embarrassing thing I didn’t expect? My bladder in overdrive and can’t quite make it to the washroom in time. I did have issues with the spinal anaesthesia, they had to attempt 4 times. Still have crazy swelling on my operated leg, especially my knee. Yes I’m in the FB group
Pete I must ask you are you living live close to the way you were prior to hip arthritis? If so is Mike glad to have his space back while you are out exploring life again? Best Charlie
First question, is Charlie the canine or human companion asking the question? :) I'm pretty much back to life like it was before hip replacement. I am working through a setback now at almost 7 months which is frustrating, but will report on that once it is behind me. I think Mike is fine, he comes and demands attention when he wants it and otherwise has the run of the house. 😸 Thanks for asking and for watching!
@@Life411 well the human part of the duo had hip issues . I’m hopeful you will get around any set back you have approached this journey with a plan and room for adjustment. I have noticed Mike makes no concessions once’s he’s planted on the bed you have to shimmy around him 😅
I bought one of those dog walkers as you call them, and I find it to be a big help with my 1st surgery, so I have it close by for my 2nd one. So excellent recommendation!
@@gaylepollard2023 Hi, I couldn't remember what they called these, but did a couple searches on Amazon. If you search on "medical leg lifter" you will see a bunch. Good luck with your upcoming hip replacement and thanks for watching my channel!
@@Life411 I ❤️ your videos! TY for doing them to help others! I really appreciate people like you who help others... Peeps like you are rare... Sooo grateful I was led to your videos. 😁💕 You ROCK, Life411. 😁🙏❣️
Excellent presentation of a very informative video by a fellow cat lover! You might look up what Mark Twain said about cats as it is very endearing! Best of luck!
Hello Pete - Another great video - prior to your surgery were you struggling to walk ? I’m scheduled for June 1st and this video answers a question for me . I spend hours a day sitting in a basic chair and that can be giving me problems. I do this because I’m limited in how much walking I can do and I feel lying on the couch would make me feel lazy . I do go Pt 2x per week . I may have to stand or lie to reduce the pain . Please run my scenario by Mike 🐈 I really appreciate your videos & Mikes appearances
Thanks Star Dog! Mind if I ask how you found my video? Glad you liked it! Sorry to hear that you're struggling to walk prior to surgery. I had to 😂 when you asked me to run your scenario by Mike the 😺. I guess Mike has more questions before he can offer an opinion. How old are you? How long have you known that you need THR (Total Hip Replacement)? How fit and active were you prior to the hip problems and pain? Thanks for watching and for the question!
@@Life411 as expected Mike 🐱 is asking great questions. I’m 58 proper BMI active as keeping my acreage landscaped and doing cardio several times a week . Non drinker non smoker. Osteoarthritis was first diagnosed in 2019 I have went from being able to walk 10,000 plus steps a day to now very short distances. Which in turn gives me a lot of sitting time . I followed you over from FB and your always helpful posts. Last question - I feel like my hip issue has taken over my whole body as my core feels week no ability to do much even raking leaves . Thank you 😊 Charlie Cifarelli
Hi Charlie, Good to see you on YT! I guess the only thing that 'Mike' can do is try and relate it to my experiences. I struggled with pain for about 9 months before I had THR. The first six months I thought it was a serious groin pull or something. I could always deal with the pain during the day, but it was a real problem at night - the slightest movement resulted in searing pain and I was AWAKE from that point on. After I was diagnosed, they tried a couple prescription NSAIDs. The second one, Meloxicam (aka Mobic) worked for me, but if I overdid it I had to supplement this with OTC stuff as well as finally a prescription for Tramadol near the end. Fortunately, though, I was able to stay relatively fit and active throughout this time. It sounds like you've lost a lot of fitness already and I empathize. As I recovery and try new exercises, I realize how much I'd lost. A few situps and next day my abs were sore! Since you've still got almost two months until surgery, I'd see what you can figure out to prehab and improve or maintain your fitness because this should pay rewards in recovery. You didn't mention the meds you're taking, but maybe there is something more the Dr. could offer in that respect. ICE also helps as well as timing your activities. I found that if I "overdid it" earlier in the day, with icing and medication I could at least get it to where I could get some sleep by the end of the day. Mind you I was also taking OTC sleep aids. Without those, I would've been super sleep deprived. They had prescribed me a sleep aid, but I didn't like the side effects one bit. If none of this is helpful, then I guess the only thing you can do is bide your time until surgery and regain your former fitness then. I hope this helps, but not sure that it does. Let me know how you're doing from time-to-time and if there's ever anything you think I'm missing in my videos, let me know. I'm always trying to figure out what it is most helpful to share. Have a good one Charlie! Peter & Mike 😺
@@Life411 I will give updates as they come . I will continue to watch your videos and of course message you if you aren’t putting something in that needs to be addressed but you & Mike are pretty thorough. Lastly ibuprofen as needed is my go to besides ice 🧊
Hi Star Dog, I am starting a Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook and wanted to invite you to join me there as we continue our hip journeys. Hope to see you over there. Here's the link facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/ Peter
Thank you so so much !! You’ve given me a great look at what to expect TRHR June 27 and a bit less scared now that I’ve listened to this What approach did you have ?
You are so welcome. Do you mind me asking how you came across my channel/video? I'm assuming FB, but the usernames don't always match (rarely do). I had anterior and actually did a quick FAQ video about it! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3v20vwg8ouk.html
Thanks for watching! Yeah, I had a lot of bruising below the knee, but didn't realize it until much later...I thought the color was just the iodine disinfectant they used during surgery. How long ago did you have your THR?
Thanks for posting a Comment Kevin. Since you've probably got a couple months until surgery, you might want to check out some of my other videos like the one on PreHabbing, 10 Days Before Surgery and when you get closer the "Day of Surgery" video. From what I've gathered from others, each surgeon has an approach that they use. The good news is that if you have confidence in your surgeon, most approaches to THR (Total Hip Replacement) are successful and problem free. We are lucky to live in a time where the Medical Science around THR is so advanced.
Thanks for making this video. I am having a THP on the 15th. I’m having it done via the Anterior approach. Which approach did your surgeon use for your surgery?
Hi Sally. Thanks for posting a Comment/Question. I had a flavor of anterior called ABMS (Anterior Based Muscle Sparing), but what I've since learned is that there are tons of different approaches to Anterior and Posterior. So I think the important thing is that your surgeon has a low complication rate and is experienced with the approach. Thankfully modern medical science for THR is so advanced that it seems most approaches have positive outcomes. Hope you like some of my other Hip Vlog videos. Peter
@@Life411 I did have my surgery 3 weeks ago yesterday. Progressing nicely so they tell me. Staples came out a week ago Tuesday. Had my first out patient PT yesterday. That went well. I even got permission to drive! That put me over the moon. My independence is back. It’s very stiff and painful to take those first few steps after sitting or getting out of bed but I’m told that will get better. Used a walker for 3 days then graduated to the cane. Moving around the house without the cane after I warm it up. Always take it with me when I go out just in case! The first 3 days were pretty painful but I’ve had other surgeries with way more pain. All in all I wish I had done it sooner. I won’t put off the left one when the time comes!
Congratulations, sounds like you had a successful surgery and are progressing nicely in your recovery. Thanks for letting me know how you are doing. Did you have a similar experience to me that first week after surgery? Keep in touch. Peter
@@Life411 I’m certainly feeling like it was a success! The first week I slept a lot. Partly out of boredom I suspect! The second week I could not get enough to eat. I was always starving! I took a total of 3 oxy’s. Stopped the ibuprofen after a week as it was sending my BP sky high. I’ve never had high BP. I have been off tylenol now for a week. One more week on the aspirin for a blood thinner. Things have leveled out now. I still nap every few days but that is because I haven’t been able to sleep that good. Not totally to blame on the surgery. I’ve never been a good sleeper!
Many surgeons like my own do not recommend formal PT after total hip replacement. I just worked to regain my overall fitness and it has worked out great. Glad PT worked for you. How far post-op are you now? Thanks for watching!
Ha ha, I actually have a hip FAQ video that answers that question. Mine was called anterior-based muscle sparing or ABMS. That video is worth a watch if you are concerned about the differences and is only two or three minutes long I Think
I'm due for surgery on the 18th. I am planning on going to a Rehab center from hospital. My question, did you do pre-op exercises? I have been doing them faithfully for almost 2 months now. Thank you for your information. Vicki
Hi Vicki, Thanks for watching and especially for the question. Yes, I did hip prehab exercises before surgery and did my best to stay fit. You can see what I was doing in this video. By the way, I've got over 10 videos for all stages of hip replacement, so you might want to check out my Hip Vlog playlist. Here's the prehab video ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-V8P44b8WG30.html Is it similar to have you've been doing? Best, Peter
Hi it is me again. Thank you, No my exercises are all done sitting. There are 9 in total. I do a set of 20 daily. I can really feel the extra strength. My doctor is booked full so far it has been 2 months. I am scheduled for the 18th. But I got pneumonia and spent 8 days in hospital and 11 days recieveing IV antibiotics. I won't know until next week if it will be rescheduled. Oh my leg is an inch longer and has a b8g bone spur too. All the best to you.
Hi Vicki, I am starting a Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook and wanted to invite you to join me there as we continue our hip journeys. Hope to see you over there. Here's the link facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/ Peter
Hi Vicki, I don't suppose you'd join me in my new Hip Replacement Support Group on Facebook? It's still in its infancy, so need to build some membership and momentum to make it a viable source of support. Thanks in advance, Peter facebook.com/groups/569985855111390/
Thanks for watching and posting a comment. Since you're only a couple weeks away from surgery, did you check out my video on the 10 Days to Surgery? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-6zZ2naDR-ZQ.html
That's a good question. When I was being diagnosed, they asked me if I'd had any particular injury or accident, but I really couldn't put my finger on anything. I had arthritis in my right hip, my left hip looks fine. However, we do have family history so that could be a factor. Hope this helps.
I'm having second thoughts about doing this. This sounds like it's gonna be really not something fun. But all the people I've talked to say that when they're have hips surgery. It's a breeze you're describing. You know like the apocalypse
Everybody's different, but I'm glad that I did it. What's the alternative? For me it would have meant that I could no longer do the things I love and my fitness would have gone downhill rapidly. It's natural to have second thoughts - I did. But THR (Total Hip Replacement) has a very high success rate and a high satisfaction rate. Wish you all the best in your hip journey and hope my videos help in some small way.
Thanks for posting a Comment/Question. I had a flavor of anterior called ABMS (Anterior Based Muscle Sparing), but what I've since learned is that there are tons of different approaches to Anterior and Posterior THR. So I think the important thing is that your surgeon has a low complication rate and is experienced with the approach. Thankfully modern medical science for THR is so advanced that it seems most approaches have positive outcomes. Hope you like some of my other Hip Vlog videos. Have you had your THR yet?
Hello Pete thanks for detailing the same day hip replacement and the road to recovery. My wife is 70, fit and active her same day surgery is in four weeks. I want to know if you had the frontal or posterior approach for your surgery. Thanks
Hello Mark, Thanks for posting a Comment/Question. I had a flavor of anterior called ABMS (Anterior Based Muscle Sparing), but what I've since learned is that there are tons of different approaches to Anterior and Posterior THR. So I think the important thing is that your surgeon has a low complication rate and is experienced with the approach. Thankfully modern medical science for THR is so advanced that it seems most approaches have positive outcomes. Hope you like some of my other Hip Vlog videos. Best wishes to your wife for a successful surgery! Peter
What approach did you have? Given you had such issues we surmise you had the classical posterior approach? You are reporting far more extreme post-op events than just about everyone else - why? You also contradict yourself - you say you had a useless dead leg but then tell us on the day of surgery you went home and were mobile? Do you mean your leg went dead on the ensuing days after you got home? Yes we've seen you have dozens of vlogs up but we don't have time to go perusing everything in RU-vid. Thank you for your time and effort.
I had ABMS (Anterior Based Muscle Sparing). Disagree, many, many folks have confirmed experiencing similar post-op experiences. No, I do not contradict myself...walking and lifting one's leg are completely different actions...not to mention the day of surgery you are in the honeymoon period. Thanks for watching!
Hi Jorge, Thanks for watching. I had a flavor of Anterior called (Anterior Based Muscle Sparing or ABMS). There are a LOT of variations to Anterior and Posterior approaches. Mine was almost 7 weeks ago. Where are you in your hip journey?
@@Life411 Hi, not yet. I am thinking about it. I still have good days where it does not bother me that much, but I have some other bad days. But, your video was great, very balanced in what to expect. I hope you are doing great now.
Hi Jorge, I'm doing pretty well now 8 weeks post op, thanks. I don't know if you are taking any medications to manage it, but in my case I had to schedule the surgery 3 months out. During those 3 months, I was taking Meloxicam and there were times when I felt almost normal and I wondered whether I should postpone the surgery or not. But as I got closer to surgery, it started to feel worse and worse, so in the end I was glad that I had already scheduled it and I am glad I did it. It's a tough decision to make though. If there's ever anything I can do to help, please don't hesitate to reach out. Wish you all the best, Peter
I'm going in somewhere between 4 to 6 weeks to have my left hip. Replaced, this sounds pretty scary. I mean, if you move the wrong way, you could pop it out of place. How come they don't put it in place during surgery so that it won't fall out of place?
Thanks for watching. You just need to follow the precautions your surgeon gives you and use common sense to avoid a dislocation until everything has healed.
