post op query
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hi all
i had thr left hip on the 30th oct 2014 i know it is only coming up to 3 months but i am still using two crutches as if i try to walk with one i still limp badly on my good side only i have seen so many stories that people are walking with only a cane or walking unaided after this length of time am i worrying over nothing and trying to be too ambitious by the way no pain at all in my new hip anyone in the same position as me please help needed
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carmen56984 hippy1951
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If you are still walking with a limp go and see your GP and ask for a review with the consultant who did your opp.
If you dont feel safe using one crutch then dont, everyone recover at different time, try using just one when you're in doors where it's safe, then take it from there.
Am 9 months pre op and i still take my walking stick with me when am out and about, for safety. I've saw my consultant this week and everything going well just need to build up the muscle in the opp leg more. also he mention that it will take 2 years for me to feel and get the benifiet from the new hip.
Your body will let you know when you're ready. Just take one stept at a time.
Good Luck
UK
hippy1951 carmen56984
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DawnDedee hippy1951
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I wonder if one leg is longer if you still limp but have no pain. Perhaps you could inquire about this?
My other thought is to ask if you are walking in proper form such as heel toe while trying to not give into the limp.
Wish you the best!
Dawn
hippy1951 DawnDedee
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jeanp hippy1951
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I have been trying using just a stick around the house, but you can't brace yourself the same way and I just feel a bit unstable, but will keep practicing. Let your body tell you when you're ready for the next phase and be reassured that the x-rays showed everything was fine. It does take a long time to heal completely but you will get there.
hippy1951 jeanp
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Genesis1 hippy1951
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I know, I also hear I should be doing better by now. When the warm weather was here I was doing better. Hang in there okay?
hippy1951 Genesis1
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denise18714 hippy1951
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hope you ok and speedy recovery 😊
hippy1951 denise18714
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marg6910_-_NI hippy1951
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I am exactly one year Post THR (due to fall) and still will not - cannot- go outside without my walking stick. I seem to have lost all confidence and literally FREEZE when a child or animal comes near me, as I'm terrified of falling again. However, indoors I walk without any aid. So don't worry, it's very early days for you. Hope you keep well.
Marg
hippy1951 marg6910_-_NI
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beachbum1957 hippy1951
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This is a process that works differently with everyone. Its an individual healing process. I stopped using the cane after 2 months of therapy. I was afraid of falling injury to the hip. I walked with a slight of a limp but thats because of my muscle healing. I had the posterior done so the muscles and tendons were cut and sewn back that takes time to heal. so It is expected for your limp but it will go away with time. All depends on you. Dont over do things that may cause injury to your hip or risk of displocation. Follow your pysiotherapist or doctor's instructions.
Im 6 months post op (july 17, 2014).
Yesterday at work had my first fall. I am a carpenter working on a construction site and oblivious to a long piece of drywall against the wall that extends and obstructs the entry way of a room. I tripped over that drywall, brooke the drywall and fall. But my right operated leg was vertical postitioned after the fall as if i was kneeling down with my operated leg. Thanks God no injury to my right hip.
judi48042 hippy1951
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