Hurts when I put pressure on operated hip

I dont wish to sound rude but of course its going to hurt, they have cut through your muscles and so on. Its not going to be painless when putting weight on it. But it will get better as the muscles strengthen. Are you still using your crutches or canes, they should help a little

I agree with Sarah it's a big operation and you need pain meds for much longer than a week it's really early days. You need rest and do as advised by your consultant.  You should need to use crutches at least for month 5 weeks no way putting weight on operated yet unless physio recommends you do.

take care and time will improve your recovery it can be a very long haul.

Regards Lorna

Hi Linda,

I am 5 months post posterior lthr and doing well and actually looking for ward to getting on my other hip done in Sept as it I know now how good it can be once recovered.

I hear you though ... the first few days are pretty tough and it will be a while before you can walk with aids without pain.

But if you watched the video of the operation (Google will find several) you must know that this was a physically serious operation cutting through both bone and muscle and other connective tissues. And those that were not actually cut were badly stretched or moved for the operation. So much of the pain you feel now and will for some time, is due to these connective tissues. They need to heal in order to help with movements but also to hold your new hip in place. So be kind to them - follow the restrictions and guidelines carefully and do all exercises regularly but dont push ahead or you will risk dislocating your hip and/or delaying your recovery.

If nauseous, you may avoid eating - try protein shakes as protein and several vitamins and minerals are key to a successful recovery while bone is regenerating (vitamins C, D and E and calcium).

The recovery journey has tested many of us - it isn't a quick fix, and there are usually a few setbacks that can be very discouraging (most of us call it the rollercoaster ride with exciting ups and scary downs). So bring out your patience, be kind to your body and appreciate the milestones that can motivate you along the way. Not to mention, this wonderful forum and it's great advice and generous ear.

Good luck,

L

Hi Linda sorry to hear you feel so rough I'm nearly 3weeks post lhr and it still hurts when I walk and exercise ,but it's getting a lot easier it's going to hurt just think about what we've had done.

To be without all that other pain I had before Surgury is unbelievable I wonder if I will ever be right again but as I say I'm three weeks on and it is getting easier be positive and this forum is great for picking your spirits up . Hugs xx

Hang in there Linda, this group is fabulous!  By the time I go in for my lthr Aug 9th you will be feeling so much better telling me " it takes time" hugs to you and be kind to your body and take this pain pills for now!

Linda give yourself a chance, nausea is very difficult to cope with. The operation is brutal with a lot of cutting the muscle and bone. I seen many of them as a nurse and I have had both of my hips done. Try to take it easy, take your pain relief, do your exercises and don't be disheartened. The pain will go and you will be so glad you had it done. Best of luck. 

I am thinking most people sick after surgery had a general anethsia? I think that is why they are looking to do spinl an sedation on me.... thoughts?