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I'm a 50 year Physiotherapist who had a right total hip replacement 6 days ago. I'd kept my symptoms under control for 10 years before succumbing to the knife. So far there have been things I would have expected and others that have taken me by surprise like the degree and impact of the swelling. I'm happy to document my progress and my problem solving as I go. Would this be of any value to this community?
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bini31328 derek3686
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I would imagine that would be really helpful to all so please do - plus your input from the physio therapy side would be invaluable . You did well hanging on in there for so long prior to surgery - hope your post op progress is not too onerous xxx
montyjam derek3686
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fiona_08868 derek3686
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Thanks,
Fiona
kris1964 derek3686
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i am an OT and having a total hip replacement on 20th June. Would really love to hear about your experience. Particularly pre and post op exercises.
X
amit473 kris1964
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Last week 26 june 2016 my THR op done if you need any help will surley help you with your question.
in Regards to preparation, anaesthesia operation theatre atmosphere after surgery during surgery.
brendahis derek3686
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I'm into my 5th wk post op. I have swollen ankle and foot. I'd like to follow what you have to say. May just be a little hint or tip to help all us hippies.
Brenda
fluffylapinski derek3686
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I think it would be great to hear how you are doing (physio or not). I'm 46, had mine done 4 weeks ago and had been having symptoms since I was 30.
I'm still bothered with the swelling, have my gel packs on as we speak. The first two weeks are the worst (as you will know).
Take care,
Fiona
debbi1949 derek3686
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thx
erika61265 derek3686
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linda38528 derek3686
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Given all the practice variations we discuss (surgical approach, activity restrictions, medications recommended/prescribed and PT recommendations), it would be useful to give us more info about you. Where do you live/ practice? What surgical approach was used in your operation?
Many thanks for doing this - love the opportunity to learn fom your experience.
L
linda38528
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He charted his progress, common issues and summarized a lot of advice from a forum discussions as he journeyed thru 2 THRS and a revision. It might give you ideas on presenting your experience.
Cheers and thanks a gin for doing this.
L
veronica61194 derek3686
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lors23 derek3686
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Hope your doing well l was lucky not to have much swelling in any of my 2 hip replacements.
Thanks
Laura
josh55 derek3686
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Im very intrested in your idea of positional precautions. I have a good sense of my body and balance in movement. It is always good to get new aand fresh Ideas about training and rehab.
was wondering about doing d=some light Plyometric excersizes, like Jump rope ???
renee01952 derek3686
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Of course - we share our personal stories and experiences here - we rant and rave and find suppo and understanding - we come in all stages and ages - and that is why this forum is so great -
so, again, warm welcome and let us know how you are doing otherwise , okay?
big warm hug
renee