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Good morning everyone , I was just wondering where are you working after a total hip replacement ? Does the job includes heavy lifting ? Lots of bending etc ?
I'm looking for a job all the time and I'm still confused about what kind of job I should / shouldn't be doing .. after my story about last job when everyone told me I was doing way too physical job .
Thank you everyone
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kimberley38758 angelika85860
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Hi Angelika,
I have a desk job which is not really ideal after having a FHR because of all the sitting. I'm now 8 months post op and doing very well. I've attempted to bend and lift things while at home, but I my hip doesn't like it. It might be that I need to do more strengthening exercises. I couldn't imagine having a daily job of bending and heavy lifting. I doubt that something strenuous like that would be a good choice either after the operation.
The ideal job would be one where you can get up and move around and sit as needed. Good luck!
RichardKen kimberley38758
Posted
Do whatever you feel comfortable with doing but do not run or do anything that causes impact to your hip.
Cheers Richard
kimberley38758 RichardKen
Posted
Since posting this I've done some strengthening exercises. I'm able to bend and lift much more weight without hurting. As I sit at a desk during the week, I know that I'll need to continue to exercise at night to keep my hips working as they should.