Taking the plunge
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Ok here is the deal. I am really having difficulty deciding about having a thr .
It is scheduled for next week. BUT I am most concerned about bering able to tech and train judo with my grandson
I am in pain when I stand up but really , so what. A little pain is no big deal. I do babe difficulty walking up strains though and I don't walk loon distances.
Anything more than a few hundred yards really sucks. It's just that tracking my grandson is a real priority. For me. Any suggestions. Really should I have this done if I'm OK with the pain?
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josh55
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kersty35579 josh55
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josh55 kersty35579
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CelsB josh55
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I have no knowledge of Judo but some experience of osteoarthritis and had a THR 3 weeks ago.
I do know that the pain will get worse, the deterioration of the joint will get worse, and you will reach a point where 100 yards feels like a marathon and training with your grandson will probably become an impossibility, beyond the point of sitting (uncomfortably) on the bench and calling out advice and encouragement.
I certainly questioned myself pre-op, "Do I really need this? Is it too soon", I think most of us asked ourselves similar questions. I think it's because you're stepping into the unknown and anxious about the outcome - all perfectly natural. I knew in my heart I had to go ahead with it.
No-one can decide for you, but now mine is done I know that in a couple of months I will be able to return to bowling, something I had to give up about 6 months ago. I will be able to romp with my grandchildren and I am looking forward to the future with hope instead of dread.
Good luck with whatever you decide but I honestly believe if you don't have it now you will come to regret it. You won't die of arthritis but it can make living extremely challenging.
Cels xx
sportsw4 CelsB
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CelsB sportsw4
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Keep us informed on your progress, we'll be waiting for your first report.
Cels xxx
sportsw4 CelsB
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marilyn_92910 sportsw4
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josh55 CelsB
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renee01952 josh55
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welcome to this wonderful forum -
That is very sweet of you to make your grandson your priority in life, but, unfortunately, time will come (rather soon) that you won't be able to do much -
It will get worse, not better and no, there is no "so what" then anymore -
You will NOt be okay with the pain for much longer -
I echo previous comments - There is no reason why you cannot go back to teaching and train your grandson after THR surgery -
It does take courage to go through, Josh .. we know that , we have been there -
Please keep in touch, okay? We would love to hear how you are getting on and support you ....
big warm hug
renee
josh55 renee01952
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Kate53CornUK josh55
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I think most people with OA of the hips will say the same thing, get it done sooner rather than later and you'll have more of a chance of returning to a good standard of fitness afterwards.
If you have OA it's not going to get better!
sarah1996 josh55
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The whole situation really does depend on how much pain you are in. I may be very young for this surgery but i cant even walk uo the stairs without nearly crying and having to lie down because of the pain and find everyday life a struggle.
Doctors always advise us to get the op when our lives deteriate so much we cannot live a normal life and are in such unbearable chronic pain. What stage are you at?
josh55 sarah1996
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Rocketman_SG6UK josh55
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Graham - 🚀💃
sarah1996 josh55
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I keep forgetting when i say to wait as long as possible that not everyone my age. I keep thinking about the revision. Because in my case im 20 and getting it and keep thinking everyone else is and going to need there revision in there 40s/50s. I need to rememeber that isnt the case