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Nature v Nurture

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MichaelTN1UK
MichaelTN1UK

So. Does age and/or Health Care Authority have any effect on the recovery process? 

To kick off, I am 55 and live in Kent. 

Michael

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  • colinTN17
    colinTN17 MichaelTN1UK

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    I live in kent too. It was fantastic. You only have to ask Hailea ( see staff aggression) to find if it makes a difference where you are located.

    In general the younger u r the quicker the healing process. I'm 68 & 11wpo

    can walk ok though still not able to put the socks on without a sock putter onner but that's probably my stiff oa back

    • MichaelTN1UK
      MichaelTN1UK colinTN17

      Posted

      I am very encouraged by your message - thank you. This site has been extremely informative and supportive and I am lucky to have found it. 
    • cindy11654
      cindy11654 colinTN17

      Posted

      Do you know how happy I am to hear someone else can't put on their socks without the sock putter onner!!!   I am 11 weeks as well and just told someone you need to have this surgery in the summer when you can just put on flip flops or slip on shoes and not boots and socks and leggings, etc. that you have to put on in the winter.  I am 58 and it sounds like we in the same boat so keep sailing my friend.

      I am also telling anyone who has this surgery to be sure and order the hip replacement aids.  It will save you lots of tears and frustration.  They will give you so much independence.  I waited until I was 9 weeks into this and my life is so much easier and better now just from a few aids.  

  • anonymous333
    anonymous333 MichaelTN1UK

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    I'm 54. Was admitted on that birthday and had my op the following day (no birthday cake for me). I'm 5 1/2 weeks post op and feel pretty good. I have been a bit impatient at times but have learned to listen to my body and slow down if I feel pain.

    I remember one of the physios at the hospital saying that age itself doesn't really factor into recovery; it's more about attitude and following the advice you've been given. 

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