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Hip replacement surgery waiting time.

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Hope1422
Hope1422

I was put on the waiting list for hip surgery at the start of June 2017. I contacted the Nuffield orthopaedic hospital Oxford 6 weeks later and was told it would be likely that my surgery would not happen until the end of the year, that sounds awfully long. Does any one have information on current waiting times in this area?. Constantly being woken up with pain at night and I have to get up at 4:20 am so I get little sleep so a potential 6-7 month wait is depressing. I would be very grateful for any info on waiting times.

Regards 

Stephen.

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  • dalmation
    dalmation Hope1422

    Posted

    Are you able to go in for surgery at short notice? If so I would be inclined to give the hospital a ring and let them know you would be willing to accept a cancellation. Have you had your pre-op assessment yet?
    • Hope1422
      Hope1422 dalmation

      Posted

      yes I complained and was put on cancellation list 4 weeks ago but I don't feel confident.

    • Hope1422
      Hope1422 dalmation

      Posted

      Thank you for interest but no I have not had prep yet.
  • amanda1827h
    amanda1827h Hope1422

    Posted

    Hi Hope,Poor you.If I were you I would call the consultant at the Nuffield & ask to speak to the Secretary. As her roughly when you are due to have an op.I had mine in the Nuffield also on the national health service.As I am scared of hospitals but my Hubby was there as well to be with me.Anyway good luck regards Amanda h

  • ptolemy
    ptolemy Hope1422

    Posted

    If you have had your pre-op they say you should have surgery within twelve weeks of the pre-op or you will need another one. 
  • susan80676
    susan80676 Hope1422

    Posted

    Hello I am in Lancashire and am hoping for a date within the 18week waiting period for my hospital trust

    I really feel for you the pain can be really intolerable and I am assuming that the 18week period is the norm for England good luck I feel your pain and know how horrible it is

    Susan

  • susan80676
    susan80676 Hope1422

    Posted

    Hello I am in Lancashire and am hoping for a date within the 18week waiting period for my hospital trust

    I really feel for you the pain can be really intolerable and I am assuming that the 18week period is the norm for England good luck I feel your pain and know how horrible it is

    Susan

    • ann47958
      ann47958 susan80676

      Posted

      Allegedly the nhs waiting list is 18 weeks but unfortunately with so many cuts not sure how reliable that's is mine was done on nhs and my first op was within that time but it was cancelled so had to wait til my surgeon could squeeze an extra surgery in done 10 weeks ago

    • susan80676
      susan80676 ann47958

      Posted

      Hello ann

      How many weeks over 18did you have to wait it's such a long time when you are in pain

      Susan

    • ptolemy
      ptolemy ann47958

      Posted

      I believe the eighteen weeks was scrapped last March.
    • Hope1422
      Hope1422 susan80676

      Posted

      Thank you for your comments. I feel so sleep deprived that is the real problem.
  • jacq23288
    jacq23288 Hope1422

    Posted

    Hi Stephen I have been waiting 24 weeks now, had my pre assessment on the 19th April which means I now need that done again the pain I am in is unbearable I have not been out the house in 3 weeks as I'm struggling to walk.  I am in Scotland not sure if any of the health boards are meeting the timescale.  

    Big Hugs

    Jacq x

    • RichardKen
      RichardKen jacq23288

      Posted

      Dear Jacq

      How horrible for you. I suggest that you get a pair of crutches to help you move around whilst waiting to have your surgery. It should greatly reduce the pain whilst you are walking, and should stop you twisting your back.

      You will, and this is really important, it should help to speed and ease your recovery as you will be fitter through exercise than you would otherwise have been. You will also be really proficient with them for after the surgery!

      Cheers Richard

    • jacq23288
      jacq23288 RichardKen

      Posted

      Hi Richard thank you for trying to help but I having been on crutches for 7 years, I got my first hip done in 2015 and I spoke to you before telling you about needing the two surgeons to do my operation as it was so complex and you asked me to let you know how I get on once I get my date and the operation. 

      Big Hugs 

      Jacq x

    • RichardKen
      RichardKen jacq23288

      Posted

      Dear Jacq

      Ah yes of course, thanks for reminding me. I'm really sorry that you are having such a long wait and in pain for your surgery.I wish I knew what to suggest that would help you whilst you are stuck waiting.

      Very best wishes. Richard

    • Hope1422
      Hope1422 jacq23288

      Posted

      6 months wait, that is a long time I hope your op happens soon. I had my left hip replaced 5 years ago and only waited 6 weeks.
    • jacq23288
      jacq23288 RichardKen

      Posted

      Hi Richard thanks for your concern and best wishes I will let you know as soon as i hear anything

      Big Hugs

      Jacq x

    • jacq23288
      jacq23288 Hope1422

      Posted

      Hi Stephen, I got my right hip replaced in 2015 and I only waited about 6 weeks then so never thought I would be still waiting all this time 

      Big Hugs

      Jacq x

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