Having a THR on the 2nd sept. Feeling worried about outcome and possible dislocation
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Can anyone advise me. I am having a total hip replacement (cementless) on the 2nd sept. I am 44yrs old. I was born with hip dysplacia and I know have severe arthritis in the hip joint. I am really worried about the outcome and the possibility of dislocation. Also having to sleep on your back for six weeks seems total torture. Can anyone calm my nerves and let me feel I am at least making the right decision in having this operation at such a young age. It is a real worry :-(
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hally1 sally15384
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I am 28 years old I have had an hip replacement last June. My reaction when I receive that call I been waiting for so long came. I was terrified, depressed and very nervous but the pain I was having give the strength to go ahead. After a lot of research and conversation with my Consultant I got the feeling that I was going to need a lot of pillows because I don't like the idea of sleeping on y back. Therefore I went on and had hip replace it the best thing have done pain free and much more mobile then I was before.
Just for you to get the idea of how I felt after the awake-up my first question was is my legs now even, am I going to be able use my high heels again and how long it's gonna to take.
I would do it all over again.
Good luck and don't worry you wll fine.
sally15384 hally1
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hally1 sally15384
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Yes I am using high heels, My legs are even now, however due a badly damaged hip, I had my hip replacement in June last year and only manage to wear my high heels February.
vikki19024 hally1
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patricis vikki19024
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lisalicsw sally15384
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I'm in the US (Boston area) and had THR 5 days ago. I'm a 53 yo female in good shape. My issue was dysplasia, bone spurs, arthritis, tears, etc. So far so good. I came home 2 days postop because I was doing so well. They have restrictions such as not bending past 90% from the waist, to keep my knees lower than my waist, and not crossing my legs, even my ankles. But these are all temporary, just precautions to keep from dislocating.I was able to sleep on my stomach for a nap this afternoon which was lovely, just need to make sure my legs stay straight. When going to the bathroom, I back in, grab onto the toilet seat, slide my operated leg out straight, and sit. An elevated toilet seat would have made things easier but not needed. I did purchase a package of ortho tools that have come in very handy. They include a tool that helps me reach and been things, another with a hook, long shoe horn, a device to help pull on socks and a couple other items. It was available in the hospital store and well worth it! I've not heard of any bad experiences from people. These are so common now, so I'm sure you will do well also.
sally15384 lisalicsw
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judiwoo sally15384
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carmen56984 sally15384
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I feel for you, don't worry about the unknown it wont help being stress out over the unknown. everything will be fine it will take time but you'll get there in the end.
I myself are worry about my hip dislocated i ask my doctor was told not to cross my leg ( that's at the top not at the bottom) You'll get use to sleeping on your back lots of good advise on your page.
All the best,
Good Luck!
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