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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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Pinkpink61 KeithMcC
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just curious if the younger hippies or those told not to run have ceramic hips? i believe it is those that are a running no-no?
denise79180 Pinkpink61
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Hi, mine is titanium and ceramic. No running
RichardKen denise79180
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The critical factor REGARDLESS. of which prosthesis is the greatly increased chance of the stem coming loose which will mean a very risky revision. Think very carefully about the longer term..its your body and your life!!
Richard
fiona71669 KeithMcC
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Hi, I got my titanium and ceramic hip 4 years ago at the age if 51 and was told no running or jumping if I wanted the hip to last. As a former netball player this is very hard as I would have loved to return to the sport again but would rather look after my hip for as long as I can.
steve86482 KeithMcC
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My surgeon strongly suggested no running. I now walk 3-5 miles a day. The second replacement is my times worse that the first with a possible broken thigh bone
audrey52372 KeithMcC
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agree with person who said you should feel lucky about being so good three weeks after surgery and not sure why you would want to chance it so soon but thats really up to you and personal choice. i am a year out and was 52 yrs when i had surgery. i had worked out every day doing high impact/ cross fit workouts. i was in fantastic shape. unfortunately i have had nothing but problems since the surgery.. had to have second surgery bc my hip flexor was tight with my quad muscle due to my fitness and shredded with new hip net net - glad to hear you are doing so well but you might want to be cautious at least for the first 4-5 months
KeithMcC
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hi Audrey . I am not thinking of starting just now but gauging other people's experiences and advice which all seems a bit negative at the minute . I'm going for some physio today and wont start any short runs until I see my surgeon in Sept . There ate so many things they tell you not to do or cant do and at 3 weeks tomorrow I feel great and cramping at the bit to get back to normality . TBH the only thing I'm not doing that I did before is running
kelly99515 KeithMcC
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Unfortunately my surgeon and my primary care physician both told me to stop running and stick with exercise such as the elliptical and stationary bike. I am only 38 and I ran 3 half marathons and was training for my 4th when I was diagnosed with severe OA of the right hip. The ortho doc said he was "shocked" I could even run. It has started in my left hip, but it isn't nearly as bad. Their advice is two fold: 1) you want to preserve your new hip (I will likely have to have a revision since I am so young to have this done); and 2) I want to preserve my left hip as long as possible so I don't have to have that one replaced anytime soon. I must admit it makes me sad and I miss running terribly, but I am not going to jeopardize my future by going against my doctors' advice. Good luck to you!
salema82533 kelly99515
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After reading everyone's responses, I have changed my mind about running. I also feel terribly sad at times - especially as my husband and best friends are runners - but it does make more sense to look after the new hip. I am so glad to be pain free and I think it is sensible advice to focus on what we can do without causing unnecessary damage. I wonder if there is a THR ex-runners support club?
kelly99515 salema82533
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That's a great idea about an ex-runners support club! It's really quite depressing when I see someone running outside and I know that will never be me ever again. The elliptical is the closest thing I have found that makes me feel like I'm running, but obviously I'm just stuck staring at tiny tv and the walls of my gym. I wish I could take it outside! Ha. Good luck to everyone trying to modify their life as you knew it before your hip replacement. That has definitely been the hardest part for me, but pain free living everyday is amazing!
ptolemy kelly99515
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You need an eliptical with wheels, so you could wander round the country on it!!
RichardKen salema82533
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Not running accept in an emergency. need not be a big issue but for sure a failed hid would be! You should be aware that many people do not make a really good recovery from a hip replacement so it pays to be thankful and treating it as the last one you will have that will allow you to be really mobile and pain free!
Take care and ENJOY! Cheers Richard
salema82533 kelly99515
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Ha! I may start one when I have a bit more time! I do find it hard because friends and family think I am 'cured' yet I am constantly reminded that I'll never be the same again. I know exactly what you mean about seeing other people running - I sometimes get quite tearful when I drive past a runner. On a positive note, I recently got a turbo trainer at home. I can now cycle whilst watching videos on the laptop without worrying about getting knocked off my bike!
kelly99515 ptolemy
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That would be AMAZING!!!! We need to invent this! : )
KeithMcC salema82533
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After my physio app today I am much more heartened about getting back to running I so.e form in the next few weeks . It's either give in or strive to get back on . Please the nay sayers i know the risks . I started the conversation to get discussion with people who have or are keen to get back to it . I could get knocked down tomorrow so I probably wont want to always be thinking i must conserve my hip at all costs .That's not to say that I wont look after it but the head is as important as the rest of the body .
steve86482 KeithMcC
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agree. Totally your decision. WHY GIVE UP SOMETHING YOU LOVE. You xan always get a replacement once it wears out Go for it and good luck