11 weeks post op back to full fitness
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So I am 11 weeks now after THR and I couldn't have asked for any better progress to date . Week 5 I returned to work and started running again at week 4 gradually working my fitness back up so now back to running 3 days a week and full fitness . (and for all non runners dont take this up so early after surgery ) I am at the stage now I forget I had the surgery apart from when I go out to run I am extra careful about any trip hazards or slipping . Another few weeks and I am going to do 4 days a week to see how it goes.
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judith12644 KeithMcC
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Pleased that it's all going so well for you Keith.
steve86482 KeithMcC
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Your surgeon is in a class by himself as most will caution against running. I am a former Marine in great shape. Use to run and workout 1-2 hours a day. My surgeon strongly recommended no running unless i wanted a resurface much sooner. after 6 weeks i went back to the treadmill and eliptical . A month later pain developed mid thigh around the stem called Microerosion. took it easy for a while and pain went away. Now no running just fast walking. i am in the US. others here gear the same thing no running but at your own risk as if will wear out sooner. good luck as its a part that will need a replacement. To others, walk as much as you can
KeithMcC steve86482
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Steve
Thanks for your post . What type of surgery did you have and all the component parts if a may be so bold ? My surgeon when I went in to see him asked me about my expectations after surgery. I said I wanted to run again and he didnt even bat an eye and said no problem for 5km and 10k but to make sure before I returned that I was strong enough on both legs. I'm not silly and it stands to reason a car engine running constant at 5000 revs will wear out quicker than a 2000 rev engine. the same could be said for how much load is added to the joint ie 15 stone or 20 .
steve86482 KeithMcC
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Total Hip Replacement. Ball, Stem and Cup. Press Fit and unglued Titanium.
Dont get me wrong, you can run until it wears out. However some here may think its ok to run when the general consensus is to avoid running. many people dont ask their Surgeons and many surgeons dont mention it. i know folks into Full Contact Karate and BJJ. some have had further hip surgerys and accept the risk i am a Sandan in Shorei Goju and have hung up my Gi.
KeithMcC steve86482
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I dont want to be thinking all my life about what could have been as I could get knocked down tomorrow . I will take each day as it comes . If you read the joint registry yearly report the evidence is just not there to know right or wrong .
Mart76 KeithMcC
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Keith, I'm 43 and soon to have my THR. I still cycle every day, with some discomfort but had to give up running a year ago.
As someone who reads all the negative posts every day and also all the repeated warnings about how bad some of the potential side effects of the OP can be... I find your take on things refreshingly optimistic and a welcome relief from all the bad stuff out there. I agree your speed of recovery seems exceptional but like you said, how many people are as active as you pre-op, probably not that many. I think most people are concerned because the surgeons do present a worse case scenario, I guess that's their job. I really hope your Running continues to be a good thing and stands out as an example of what can be done when you're determined and fit. Personally, I won't be running or doing anything with too much joint impact again, keeping to the cycling hopefully and intense CV sessions on the cross trainer in the gym. Keep up the inspiration positive posts and I wish you all the best. Its good to know there are people out there pushing the boundaries , I really hope you don't do yourself more damage though mate.
KeithMcC Mart76
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Mart
many thanks for your response and is good to know some people do take encouragement from the posts. Life isn't over so make the most of it after you get the surgery and keep as fit as you can before it. The good thing with you and the same with me I was running right up to day before surgery so muscle tone was reasonably good . others dont have it as easy and can be sedentary .
steve89996 Mart76
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Just wanted to let you know I was cycling easy at 7 weeks, 8 weeks back on the road and by week 10 was riding 20-28 miles per ride, 3-4 days per week. If you are in some sort of shape BEFORE surgery that really helps in recovery.
Mart76 KeithMcC
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Keith, how is your recovery going and fitness etc? I have a date for my op, 13th Dec and was just wondering how its been going lately for you? Are you still running etc?
KeithMcC
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Mart
Yes I am still running and upping my distances . I would say I am now back doubt times I was doubt prior to surgery. I did a 13 I run last week and felt good throughout and after. Definitely fitness before surgery pays dividends out the other end
KeithMcC
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doing not doubt
steve89996 KeithMcC
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I had a similar response after 7 weeks post op. I started riding my bicycle again for only 30 minutes at a time around the neighborhood. At 8 weeks I was back riding on the road and at 10 weeks I was riding 20-28 miles per ride, 3-4 times per week. No pain when riding nor afterwards. BUT ... sitting too long in a chair or on a couch is painful getting up. Glad to hear of your fast recovery. I think we are some of the lucky ones based on what I read on this forum.
KeithMcC
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lol I was on a bike at day 12 my wife thought I was mad . sitting on saddle wasnt the best though. There are 90k thr in uk every year so on here is only a minority and most people get on ok
sylvie123 KeithMcC
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Keith, I know you say fitness helps you recover and your recovery has certainly been remarkable but what do you think of my sister's fitness just prior to the fluke accident that broke her hip. She is in her early 60s, retired so she can devote all her time to her horses and interests which include climbing Munros, she has climbed all 284 and mountains abroad, hill walking, skiing and long distance endurance riding in the Highlands of Scotland. As her partner would say, she never sits down.
However, while her recovery since last October is going well she is not back to riding her horse or climbing the Scottish mountains. Her body is telling her to take it steady and build up her walking while doing her exercises faithfully.
Is she a wimp and I think not or are you remarkable? I feel your recovery and what you are doing now quite remarkable. Hope your recovery continues as well as it has done up to now.
I had a new hip because mine had worn 3 years ago so I have some experience of what it is like to have this op. Before the op. I had to give up off road running, swimming, pilates. Because of the state I was left in, I now have one leg much longer than the other and I am struggling with pain.
KeithMcC sylvie123
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Sylvie
I do not for one minute think my recovery is remarkable . I probably pushed myself harder than I should have and this very much was an individual choice. I laugh myself at me running again at week 4 and was somewhat churlish. As I have said numerous times there are so many variables and they dont all fall in alignment for everyone . Your sister is certainly not a wimp In the slightest and I trust she has a steady recovery. A lot of people are so against runners after THR and I do push back a bit and yea I'm running 3-4 days a week