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Hip replacement dislocation

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wendy39051
wendy39051

Hi I'm a 50 yr old lady who had a total right hip replacement in 2011 3 weeks ago I went to get up from my sofa my hip dislocated I was taken to hospital where I had it put back under anaesthetic by manipulation. I was sent home in a leg brace to keep my leg and hip straight I've been back to hospital where they removed brace I've been signed off work awaiting physio I'm scared of what and not to do incase it dislocates again please help

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    Mike_Rybo wendy39051

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    Hi I have had both hips replaced over the last 3 years (61), I am a large chap and greatly overweight so thats where the problems start. I have been on a weight reducing life style " this" year and actually managed to shed over 23kg and still on the decrease which is great. About 2 weeks ago we had abreak in the weather and I decided it was time to get the veg plot ready. I went to start the rotavator and thats when it happened, I felt the jump in my groin. I am now 2 weeks on and in immense pain and after reading what has been put here think its time for a visit back to the hospital. I think it is only the morphine and other painkillers I take for other issues that have not laid me up totally. Am I right in thinking that these never go back of their own accord ? Also my greatest pain is in my groin area, where as I would have expected it on the outer side of my leg. Any thoughts or advice greatly welcome.
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