how do I stay mobile leading up to hip replacement
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Ive beenin extreme pain for the last couple of months. Now I can barely walk. I don't see my surgeon for another month. How did you deal with this?
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miele55255ch celticarma
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I know exactly how you feel. I've had OA of most of my joints for the past 15 years (I'm 55). I won't lie and tell you it gets better because it won't. I've been on pain meds for the past couple of years which only took the edge off my pain. It didn't relieve it.
So now I've come to the decision that it's time to get a new hip!
I'm scared to death but I'm tired of having no quality of life.
I hope you see your doctor soon and get the relief you need.
celticarma miele55255ch
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you are on the path. I, too have had OA for some time. I take
morphine and antiinflammatories for the pain. But when my hip started in about 6 months ago, it really changed my quality of life. I am mostly house bound and since we don't have a
car, it's public transportation to go anywhere, which wears me out.
Have you managed to get a doctor appointment yetand get the process going? I hope you are able to get help with your pain and mobility. Keep me posted. See my update
denise83964 celticarma
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I'm sorry you are in so much pain all you can do really is rest up and keep on top of your medication there is nothing else you can do flower I know it's difficult I have been there its most unpleasant but be happy in the knowledge that once you have your operation you will be released from that pain
keep your chin up
best wishes
celticarma denise83964
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me to cut back on them leading up to surgery. I am scared, but I know God has me in his hands and once I am on the other side, things will be so much better.
God bless you and stay in touch
christine69594 celticarma
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roguewarrior christine69594
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Before my surgeon would replace my hips i had to lose 100 lbs. and be up and moving.
The pain was extreme and i had to sit to cook, shower and really put me on the sidelines. I decided to ave weight loss surgery 01-08-14.
Since then i lost 100 + lbs. and have been out of my wheel chair now for 7 months, each month geting gradually stronger walking with cane.
I havn't been able to walk up right completly and i always have some level of pain.
I went to see my surgeon to let him know i did as he asked and was ready for surgery. He was so happy i did what he asked and then scheduled me for hip surgery March 10th.
Reading your post reassured me that i am making the right decision and to disregard any negative thoughts that try to sneak in.
I look forward to walking "normal" again, without pain. Especially after my second hip replacement later this year.
Wishing you much happiness with your new hips.
Sincerely, Roguewarrior
christine69594 roguewarrior
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You are definitely making the right decision to have the op, you have gone through so much which is amazing and I wish you all the best for your op soon. After all you've been through, the op is no problem anyway but the rest be easy.
celticarma christine69594
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thank you for your kind words and sharing. What a journey
you have been on. I did add an update on my journey here in
this discussion. Trying to keep a good attitude, but am
definitely afraid of what's to come. Keep us posted!
charles02368 celticarma
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celticarma charles02368
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yes, we've tried 2 or 3 shots and it did not touch the pain. Now I know why....see my update.
dene32609 celticarma
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roguewarrior celticarma
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If you have 2 lb hand weights you can exercise sitting in a chair or in bed. also do feet pumps as your laying on your bed. This will keep your muscles stronger and blood flowing well. You will be doing these post op as well.
There really isn't much more you can do except follow a healthy diet and stay away from sugar. Sugar slows down your healing.
Also, try to relax and have positive thoughts. Attitude is important going into surgery.
My surgery is next week. I have to have both hips replaced due to OA. I'm 53 yrs. old and i havn.t been able to walk with out pain for the last 15 years. It's just been these last 4 that have been the most difficult.
You'll be so gald to kick the pain to the curb, as i will as well.
Wishing you a successful surgery and speedy recovery.
Roguewarrior
celticarma roguewarrior
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journey. See my update.
deborah33754 celticarma
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like Miele said , it did not relieve it but took the edge off
keeping my mind busy also helped,
sometimes it would say "just get through today", and in the evening I would "one more day closer"
sending you positive thoughts ....
celticarma deborah33754
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four times a day for pain. Have for a few years. But I still hurt around my entire pelvis. Heat and massage help a little, and so does watching tv or playing on my tablet. See my new post for update and good luck to you.