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paula96157
paula96157

Hi Hippies,

Am 8 weeks on after hip replacement and am keen to keep the rest of my bones for as long as possible even though like many of us I have arthritis in many joints.  Whats the best way to keep our bones in good order for the over 60's.  Have tried many supplements but haven't noticed any difference.

Regards to all, from North Wales

Paula

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  • vicki00016
    vicki00016 paula96157

    Posted

    Hi Paula, weight bearing exercise is the best thing you can do plus not smoking etc.. It doesn't have to be anything difficult, low impact aerobics, walking, stair climbs or anything were your body works against gravity. Muscle strengthening and stretching exercises such as Pilates, yoga and swimming to improve muscle strength and posture.
    • paula96157
      paula96157 vicki00016

      Posted

      Thanks for that Vicki,

      I have a Pilates video for the over 50's think I'll give it a try.

      Have just read on the arthritis uk web page that a new study of stair climbs after hip replacement has shown they wear out quicker!!!

      Will ask the surgeon tomorrow at my first check.

      Regards Paula

    • vicki00016
      vicki00016 paula96157

      Posted

      Yes anything that impacts on the joints will cause damage over time, I was thinking more gentle stair lifts like the machines you use in the gym. I suppose it's just like walking, even that will cause wear over time but not to the extent that high impact exercise like running will. Just take it easy and enjoy but I would definately discuss with your surgeon first. I'm seeing mine tomorrow too!
  • abby21470
    abby21470 paula96157

    Posted

    Hi Paula - my Physio said Pilates would be beneficial, but not to start it til 12 weeks post op.

    Some medical folks advocate an acid- free diet - avoiding citrus fruits, prepared meats ( sausages, corned beef etc), alcohol, animal fats. And to add the following to the diet - cider vinegar and honey 3 times a day, black molasses (1teasp) 3 X a day. Baths with Epsom salts said to be good.

    Seeing my surgeon this afternoon ( 6 week check up) - but he's not the most communicative chap!

    Best wishes!

  • renee01952
    renee01952 paula96157

    Posted

    Hi Paula, 

    My sister has horses  and  gives them glucosamine - She takes it herself too (adjust the dosage of course) and tells me to do the same - 

    I am not taking them yet, but considering it ...

    Anybody here experience with this supplement?

    big warm hug

    renee

    • abby21470
      abby21470 renee01952

      Posted

      Hi Renee - I've taken glucosamine and chondoitrin for a few years. I read recently that tests on their effectiveness were inconclusive however.

      Just had my 6 week meeting with surgeon - v pleased with me - can drive now, and cycle and swim gently 😀. Have appointment for next Dec.

      Best wishes

    • renee01952
      renee01952 abby21470

      Posted

      dear Abby, 

      So good to hear that you are doing so well, darling !!!! 

      thanks for your feedback ... 

      big warm hug

      renee

    • abby21470
      abby21470 renee01952

      Posted

      Thanks Renee - hope you are doing well too. Today is my first day of driving and its frosty and foggy 😕.

      Difficult to know with supplements - maybe it's partly psychological - if you think it's doing you good you feel better? Although they're expensive, I would always only buy good quality - organic where possible - supplements.

      Abby

    • rose0000
      rose0000 abby21470

      Posted

      Thats great news on the check up front Abby. I was wondering how you are.....? We kept each other company on the worst days smile 

      Are you feeling well?

      The driving is quite an experience isn't it! I felt like a learner and a bit of a liability, but was driving so slowly I was almost at a standstill anyway. It didn't help having the children and dogs all jumping around in the back!!!!

    • abby21470
      abby21470 rose0000

      Posted

      Hi rose - yes I'm pretty well - lots of muscular aches - back, thighs etc -from muscles I haven't used in a while 😀. But great to be arthritis-pain free.

  • rose0000
    rose0000 paula96157

    Posted

    Hate to depress you Paula, but I asked my consultant the same thing last week, and he looked me in the eye, and said honestly, nothing. It is just what it is, running and high impact will disintergrate the cartlige faster (this was the case for me) and gentle sports are the way forward for preservation. Possibly a supplement of fish oils, but really nothing can change it in his view.

    I found it strangely reassuring, as my thoughts on the way home was that I certainly had not 'caused' this health problem. I could not have done things any differently. It just happens. Gentle exercise, a good diet and hopefully your other hip will last. 

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