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teri89306
teri89306

I had a THR on the right (posterior) on Nov 9th. I am currently functioning at about 90%, just being cautious with the precautions. If I stretch the leg too much I get a bad cramp in the gluteus but other than that I have no issues walking, sitting, standing. I use a walker when out and about but not much at home, I just go slow and steady.

I had resurfacing on the left in 2007 and it broke 7 weeks in (pin through femur) so I ended up with a THR on that side. I remember recovery being very long, I remember using a walker for 4-5 weeks.

I'm hoping my recovery continues at this pace. I am doing my exercises but no PT was recommended, just walk, walk, walk.

Has anybody else experienced a speedy recovery? I only take pain meds at night when the leg is tired and cranky.

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  • maggie93798
    maggie93798 teri89306

    Posted

    People recover at different rates at different times. Last time it was the second surgery, following the pinning and the subsequent break, so that is possibly why you took longer to recover from the THR than last time. Just keep steady and careful as you are already doing
  • jane83133
    jane83133 teri89306

    Posted

    Hi Teri.

    I had my survey on 27th oct and am also healing fast I think. I’m walking on crutches to pick the kids up from school every day and doing housework, shopping, cinema, pub lol. Saw physio today who said just keep going and do what ur body is able but do remember to rest up too! 

    I’m desperate to get off the crutches but she said to hang fire for now as my walking gait isn’t quite strong enough yet.

    I’m also off painkillers, just the odd paracetamol if I get sore. Sounds like you’re doing great! X 

    • RichardKen
      RichardKen jane83133

      Posted

      Dear Jane

      We'll done. I think your physio is right.

      Cheers, Richard

  • RichardKen
    RichardKen teri89306

    Posted

    Dear Teri

    Yes it was very quick and easy for me with my first one twenty years ago but I would caution you to carry on taking care for the first eight weeks whilst your bone is growing into the prosthesis.

    Cheers, Richard

  • sandra67350
    sandra67350 teri89306

    Posted

    Hi TerI

    I had same approach as you and same outcome.

    The only problem is that you feel you can do more and on occasions forget you had the op !!!! Just ensure you follow restrictions and you'll be fine.

    Sandra x

  • teri89306
    teri89306

    Posted

    UPDATE: 3 weeks post op

    I had my post op appointment with my surgeon and everything looks good. I keep getting twinges (where I yelp at work and scare everyone!) but it's just the large inner thigh muscle healing. I'm back to work full time but end up having to use my cane at the end of the day because my chair seems to irritate the muscle after awhile. I've actually considered bringing my spare recliner in so I can relax with my pillow under the knee! Very pleased with the results so far and NONE of the original pain that was there.

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