Total Hip Replacement In A Months Time
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Hi, I am a 47 your old male and due to ann accident when I was a young man I know need a THR on my right hip.
I have talked to my consultant about the operation, which will be under an epidural, but I would be greatful for information from other people who have been through it on the following:-
- What should I expect from the operation
- What is the following week or two like after the operation
- Any advice having been through similar
Bit worried about the experience and the afterwards, but think its got to be done given the lack of mobility I have in my hip which affect smy life style considereably.
Thanks for looking at this request.
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marymary
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In the first couple of weeks you will probably feel a bit fragile and tired generally, but once you get the hang of the washing/dressing technique and the restrictions on movement and get into a good daily routine, you won't feel too bad. There may be a certain amount of pain, which is to be expected, but mine was quite manageable with the pain relief supplied by the NHS (paracetomol, tramadol). The most important thing that I would really stress is that you ALWAYS do the physio exercises they recommend, right from the first day. In fact I did them a bit more often than recommended if I felt up to it. I believe this is the key to full recovery and usage of the new hip in the long term. As the surgery area heals it has to have a certain amount of movement otherwise I'm convinced it will always be stiff and possibly painful. You are very young for this op (I was 52 when I had mine) so I think you owe it to your future active life to make sure you do the physio 100% right. Make sure you understand exactly how to do each exercise.
It's just over 3 years from my 2nd operation and I can do far more things now than I could for several years before. I had always tried to keep fairly fit, even with the limitations of the hip problem - I did Pilates about 4 or 5 times a week - but now I also play badminton, go to the gym, walk a lot, jog a little and generally have a busy active life.
Best of luck with your surgery - ask questions of the staff if you're not sure of anything. The physiotherapists are generally great and will explain what you need to do.
Hope this helps!
Borntorock
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I am 56 years old and had a THR on my left side on 16th July. Like you I was a little nervous about what to expect but looking back now, it really wasn't that bad.
Your body will soon let you know if you are pushing it too far too soon. take you time because if you go at things like a bull at a gate you will likely end up with a dislocation which I am told is extremely painful !
I think the worst part afterwards for me was managing in the bathroom and toilet. Without going into too much detail, sitting on the toilet was not easy to start with. You will need to get hold of a raised seat because modern loos are certainly too low to deal with in the first few weeks !
Good luck !
phil49
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bonejoint
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