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12 weeks post op

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David06570
David06570

Hi All,

I'm sure this will have been asked already, however can anyone tell me if it is normal still to be swollen around the new joint? The swelling is visible and I can feel it when walking or exercising. No real sensation if I'm sitting or lying down...

Its worrying me that I might be having an adverse reaction to the new joint.

Thanks

David.

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  • sue82264
    sue82264 David06570

    Posted

    David,

    I'm 2 weeks ahead of you and just called my doc and sent pics of my leg.  I had the anterior approach.  I have a slight swelling on the right side of my scar in a 2"x2" patch (which is also the area that is numb).  That area gets red after I exercise which was why I called him.  I was told that veins and nerves are busy re-forming in that area and unless it is draining or I have a fever, it's probably not a worry.

    • David06570
      David06570 sue82264

      Posted

      Hi Sue, 

      I dont seem to have a fever, so what your saying makes a lot of sense. I'll give it a bit longer and see how it goes.

      hows things with your recovery other than that? 

      David.

       

  • CBC
    CBC David06570

    Posted

    I experienced the swelling problem, too. It was rectified by three visits to my physiotherapist who treated the area with laser and ultrasound therapy. Made a big difference.
    • David06570
      David06570 CBC

      Posted

      Hi, 

      I have another physio appointment in a few weeks.  I'll ask about that. Thanks smile 

       

  • renee01952
    renee01952 David06570

    Posted

    Hi david, 

    there is a lot of brutal manipulation of joint during THR surgery - the cutting, dislocating, fitting and banging in of prothesis ... I think it is normal for that area to be swollen - even now, and I am many moons post-op from 2THR surgeries, around the hip joint and femur it is still tender to the touch ... 

    as long as you don't have a fever and it just looks swollen, I think it is normal -

    of course, if you are concerned please make an appointment with your OS or GP...

    How are you getting on otherwise?

    big warm hug

    renee

    • David06570
      David06570 renee01952

      Posted

      Hi Renee, 

      Thanks for the reminder of what we have been through.  I guess I need to be patient. 

      I'm getting on okay thanks.  Other than the swelling, the main issue I have is getting the right glutes working again. They are still a bit weak and sluggish and the physio isnt too happy with the slow recovery. Because of the weakness its putting a strain on my adductors and lower back. 

      How are things with yourself? 

      David.

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