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Burning sensation at back of thigh

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gillian18780
gillian18780

Morning everyone

I am three weeks post op for uncemented ceramic ight hip replacement. Doing quite well but still have a burning and numb type sensation down the back of my thigh to the knee. Has anyone else had this?

GA

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  • renee01952
    renee01952 gillian18780

    Posted

    Hi gillian .... sure have ... tomorrow I will be 11 weeks post op - I started to feel it in week 3 too - around and in scar, side, front and back of  thigh very tender upon touching .... I understand that this is all part of the ehaling taking place ... if you are up to it, not too sqeamish, you might want to watch the surgery on youtube - After watching in horror and amazement, I had so much more respect and understanding of what actually took place - be gentle with your self - warm hug 
  • amanda1827h
    amanda1827h gillian18780

    Posted

    Hi Gilliam! I would call your consultant tomorrow to ask if this is normal? Poor you. Please don't over do things! It's not easy ! I am my Hubby's carer! So its not easy for me! But a day at a time! I will be 12weeks post op tomorrow! Having reflexology and swimming when I can regards Amanda
  • carolineob
    carolineob gillian18780

    Posted

    Hi it's probably nerves settling done I have an old hip scar from when I was 12 and it's still a bit numb doesn't cause me any problems. Try some anti inflammatory meds they should help like ibuprofen if your ok with those
  • carol63610
    carol63610 gillian18780

    Posted

    Hi can I ask if you have to stay on 2 crutches for the 6 weeks 

    i am numb Down the back of my scar and down about half way to my knee and get pain full at times

    • gillian18780
      gillian18780 carol63610

      Posted

      Hi Carol

      After my two week review  I have two sticks for indoors but still crutches for out of the house

    • nadine41705
      nadine41705 carol63610

      Posted

      Hi, I was on 2 crutches for a couple of weeks, then went to one and by 5 weeks was walking unaided.  Went for my 6 weeks check up with Consultant last Friday and he was very pleased when I walked in on my own steam as it where.  Just take it day by day and if you feel you are OK with l crutch, just do it gradually (unless of course you have been told to stay on 2 for the full 6 weeks) x
  • bridget54922
    bridget54922 gillian18780

    Posted

    hi Gillian i have the same hip replacement as you ,I had my op done in November 2011 and still have the burning numbness from my hip to my knee .  I am on lyrica and arcoxia 
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