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I will be 3 weeks after THR surgery on 15th Aug . Information on running after surgery is sparse and I am keen to take this up again which my surgeon has said is ok within reason. I only took up running a few years back but really enjoy it. Any other runners experiences would be greatly appreciated . I am mindful of all the google info which there is a plethora off but then crossing the road is dangerous too .
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joan23085 KeithMcC
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At my 6-week check I asked my surgeon when I could start jogging again. He said "now". I'm 74. For various reasons I haven't got going yet (back to work, lots of travel, now in Greece for ten weeks and it's just too hot). He also okayed tennis at 6 months, which will happen weekly as soon as I'm home, and skiing after a year (which is booked for next March - my op was late Feb 2019).
HTH
Joan
KeithMcC joan23085
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hi Joan thanks for the response . I see there are varying comments about the running. I am a reasonably fit 52 year old and having been a keen weight lifter when young I took up running at around 48 and do realise it can shorten the lifespan of the new hip however as my surgeon said at the start there is the physiological good that can come from the running too and over all health so it can be a trade off.
Chloeparrot KeithMcC
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Hi Keith
My surgeon told me in no uncertain terms that I was never to run again. He went to explain the replacement hips have a finite lifespan (approx 20 years), but ONLY if you look after them.
I was considered rather young (mid 50s) to need both hips replacing and this would mean that I would need revisions in my 70s, earlier if I didn't look after them.
I have seen a number of sites and people responding on this forum where 'hippies' are quite happily running regularly.
I suppose ultimately the decision is down to you.
KeithMcC Chloeparrot
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thanks Chloe . I see there is as much difference between surgeons with some saying it is ok to some saying definitely not. I find it odd that some people think skiing is ok but running not ! I'm still in the decision period to do it or not but have started cycling in the interim to strengthen the leg
salema82533 KeithMcC
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Hi, I had THR 2 years ago and was keen to continue running and the advice I got from my surgeon was "Run if you want but you'll just wear it out quicker". I decided not to run and took up cycling but I still really miss it - nothing compares! I've tried a few short (3 mile) runs and I get no pain. Recently I have been jogging a mile on the treadmill every time I go to the gym and that is fine too. The only problem I have is that my other hip starts to hurt if I run!
I am 54 so have made a choice not to get back into running ( don't want revision surgery in my 60's) but if I was older, I would probably not worry so much about wearing it out.
Not being able to run gets you both mentally and physically so I completely understand why you want to keep running. ( This probably doesn't help at all does it?!)
KeithMcC salema82533
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Indeed this does help and it may be a trade off between cycling more and running less but time will tell . I took the running up to help the heart and lose a bit of weight which it certainly did . I work away fro. home and this helps with boredom and being away so much . Beats being in pub all the time lol
Pinkpink61 KeithMcC
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Hi Keith, I am interested in everyones opinion on this, I am nearly at 4 months post-op & have a ceramic hip. I seem to think my surgeon said I would not be able to run or do impact sports? at the time I was in so much pain that I didn't really question this. I am not a speed runner, just enjoy a gentle jog! wondering if that would be ok? what type of hip do you have Keith?
KeithMcC Pinkpink61
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Hi I got the info from my surgeon and it is an exeter v40 with a ceramic ball and cementless cup with plastic insert. There is so much info online and there is definitely a lack of running info apart from dont do it . I'm not silly so it stands to reason if a hip walking does so many Km in a lifespan then running more will speed it up . that said the weight of a person will greatly affect this too . I was comfortably doing 5k in under 24 mins and 10k in around 49 but will not even think of doing that when I return .
audrey52372 KeithMcC
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my dr said no running at all for at least a year could break femur as thr puts a new rod into femur
denise79180 KeithMcC
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Hi, Iam 54 and have had both hips replaced. I also do not want a revision in my 60s i have taken up hiking, some of it I do in race walking style. Pretty funny but good.
My surgeon said i was never to do 2 things, ever.......
1 no running
2 no jumping out of 2 storey buildings.
KeithMcC denise79180
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hi Denise I suppose hiking has a high risk of slipping and dislocation too but i will try and avoid jumping out of windows lol
denise79180 KeithMcC
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Haha, I suppose one could slip. If its rough terrain i use a tramping pole.
The subject of running comes up on here from time to time. Its like sugar, if you really want to run youre gonna run. Same as me with eating sugar, thats never gonna stop. Just reduced.
RichardKen KeithMcC
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I had THR twenty three years ago and it was a new lease of life and when I asked my surgeon how best to look after it he said no running which I respected. I very occasionally ran to catch a bus etc but I continued with my farming and building job.
I think it would be extremely short sighted to do anything that had an impact element. such as running. OK the materials have improved wear properties now however consider that your greatest danger will be in the stem becoming. loose!! Do you really want to bring on a revision with all the risks? Just be thankful that you have regained pain free mobility and look after. your new joint. I did and when mine wore out all that gad to be replaced was the poly cup and enclosure. The stem was still fine so hopefully as I'm nearly eighty and doing less heavy work it will last me out!
Oh yes I've just returned from a walking holiday in the Swiss Alps where the walking was pretty demanding and the hip was no problem!
Cheers, Richard
craigiebhoy KeithMcC
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HI Keith
I am nearly 2 years post THR. I used to do lits of running and was desperate to get back to this however, this has proved very difficult so far. I have tried some very light jogging but this was not good so have not continued due to still feeling stiff/sore.
I hear we are all different and recovery times can vary quite extensively so continue to have some hope I eventually make a full recovery and manage to get back out doing some light jogging. I get inspiration from a neighbor who has had THR and has informed me it took him 5 years to make a full recovery telling me at some stage in the future these niggles will go.
It can be very frustrating when you love and get so many benefits from running just keep positive and hopefully you'll be out there again soon!
KeithMcC craigiebhoy
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it's still early days not 3 weeks yet and feeling great so far . I am off painkillers and riding bike etc and walking well without pain . I realise the difference this has made to me and dont want to jeopardize but again o do t want to restrict too much if I can help it
ptolemy KeithMcC
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Your body will tell you if you are overdoing things. If you start to tire or hurt, STOP and rest.