From the first day after surgery until you leave hospital, a physical therapist will introduce you to various exercises to speed up a return to full mobility in your hip. In fact, the most widely referenced report of this technique was published in 1980. This helps cut down swelling and inflammation, which speeds up healing. I am a 56 yo female-very active, 41 year runner, Physical Therapist, wife, mom, parent caregiver. Remodelling Phase: This is the last phase in wound healing and can last months after joint surgery. Not the same pain as before the surgery, but also not what I wanted after doing so well after the surgery. It took me about 6 weeks post surgery to walk without any aids and I have never looked back. This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and does not substitute for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, prescription, and/or dietary advice from a licensed health professional. Last fall I started having problems sitting for long period is discomfort to buttocks on surgery side. Here is a rough timeline of what you may experience: Day of Surgery: Check in a few hours before surgery time and expect to be in the hospital for a few days. But, I will be going into my 4th week this Monday . I have moved from walker to cane after a week. I had my surgery April 16/19. The fitter you were before the operation, the better your chance of full recovery. I had anterior right hip. Has anyone experienced these symptoms? I was and still very stiff when getting around so will begin to stretch more. If pregnant or nursing, consult with a qualified provider on an individual basis. I was really excited to find this web site with everyones comments on it so I hope and pray we all can help each other as we all go through the same things.. With of course the help from our Doctors.. But a walker is really nice and more restful and secure than a cane and keeps the dogs at bay. Usually, the recommendation is to leave them on for two hours at at time. I take gabapentin three times a day for nerve pain that use to go from hip to knee and it’s better. I am 4 months post hip replacement surgery and have been walking every day now during quarantine about 30 mins ... the walking has really helped me the most. All was going well until I added sit ups to my routine. Prior to surgery, I was unable to swing my right leg to the side, allowing the hip abductor muscle to become very weak. Total Hip Replacement: When To Return To The Gym. How long did they persist? They started me out on oxycodine because it does not have Tylenol in it like the hydrocodine does but it gave me really stupid dreams and made me feel weird so i didnt want it. I make hematomas & seromas (which are painful). Since they do not get as cold as ice, they can be left on longer. As long as i could walk to the bathroom and back they felt i was doing pretty good. Did you know the human head weighs 8 pounds? You will have a single scar in the region of your hip and this will measure anywhere between 8 and 20 cms (3 and 8 inches). ok it has been 9 days since my hip replacement surgery to replace another older one from 2001, that I guess was loose. Hip replacement complications are extremely rare, about 1 percent of cases according to Cooper, but they can delay your recovery time. Like ice, these machines provide pain relief, and reduce swelling and tissue damage. My surgery was completed in my surgeron's OP facility to minimize infections and "variables" with anesthesia residents. I set up a bed room downstairs and am very very organised! That would be a great help. I had the surgery in the morning spent the night at the hospital and was released the next day. I was in hospital 3 days. The operation should take several hours. I see that they have a new color and I will most definitely purchase these again when they need to be replaced. These should disappear with time. One study revealed that surgical incision infections occurred in 1.4 percent of patients who’d had anterior hip replacement surgery and 0.2 percent of people who’d undergone posterior hip replacement surgery. As Long as you don’t bend over incorrectly lots of things are possible at two weeks postop. Was good to read your comments Ian. Blood clots in the leg need to be carefully managed by the medical team with medication and special stockings. I am 4 years post left hip replacement. This is very painful and bad for healing. Went back to see a dr after 2 weeks and he asked me if i had tried a cane yet. This depends on many factors like pre-operation fitness, age, weight, discipline in following exercises routines etc. 3 days ago I took a long hike and since have had a burning sensation in the replacement area. I have been doing great ever since my surgery until recently. I see on here that some are still hurting a few years later after their surgery.. That would be a big question for me to ask .. -. If it didn't work out I didn't want to be because I didn't do my part. I have needed help getting food because I can’t use the walker and carry food to where I want to eat it. It took about two weeks for the thigh muscles to adjust, but they are longer muscles so the stretching they experienced was a smaller percentage of their origina length. I tell the security guard that I had a hip replacement. Can’t believe it!!! My hip is doing great but the THR was on same side as past total knee replacement. It gradually went away. This means that the muscles/nerves that cause your foot and toes to come toward your nose (dorsi flexion) aren't firing correctly. It was a rough week getting bathroom regular but feel good today. Kerry. Ice and Tylenol the first week were alI I needed. I can hardly wait for things to open up again (parks, etc.) Has anyone had this problem and will it be difficult to live with? Avoid work that may risk trips/falls. Since my hip replacement 11 months ago, my knee has not bothered me at all. They can walk long distances, cycle and even hike up mountains. It’s especially important that you ice after therapy and activities or exercises that challenge your range of motion, endurance and so forth. I will have my first surgeon post op appointment and hope to get the go ahead to begin getting back on the pickleball courts. Any dental work should be preceded by a course of antibiotics. Good luck to all. I see those weeds and can’t bend to pull them out. Now that I am almost 2 years post op I can say I feel great. 1 large bottle of rubbing alcohol (at least 34 ounces or 1 litre). I must say that I am relieved to see my experience is far better than most who have documented their results. When I graduated to the cane I felt better. I was totally off crutches and out socialising 3 weeks after surgery. I currently can walk without a cane and managing the pain with Tylenol. About 2 or 3 days ago I started to feel tinging on the front of my thigh where my hip replacement was performed. I’m working in ICU and work 12hr shifts and started having plantar fasciitis and orthofeet shoes have solved my problem. Had to get up that night after my surgery. Anyone know of any blogs about THR?? It takes 30 days to metabolize general anesthesia and I was glad it wasn’t in my body. These will last much longer and have a larger surface area to ice your joint. You will need to have someone with you at home 24 hours a day for 1 to 2 weeks after you leave the hospital or rehab center. My current problem (at 6 wks 4 days) is with sitting. If you need it post-op day one then you might. Hi everyone. Pain in areas around the hip not previously affected. I am 66 years old and will admit that I about half way did my exercises before and was not in very good shape before either. I am 43 years old. Sorry Bruce. I found that doing the daily exercises really helped. To avoid any leaks, place sealed bag into a second freezer bag and seal this one too. This part of your healing lasts from about 4 days to a month after your surgery. I have been trying to do away with the hydrocodine but it helps a lot at night for sleeping and pain.. In no time, my entire quad, including my groin are soft. Are you having joint replacement surgery? The nurses got me up to walk and I almost collapsed. If you do leave it on during the night, ask your doctor and always remember to keep your skin completely covered to avoid burns. Weakness in legs makes it hard to get up from a flat bed or my lazy boy but doable. It’s not all day long it comes and goes. I can't get up from a sitting position without pain and am unable to put weight on that side for a few seconds. A recent study found that the majority of hip replacements installed twenty five years ago are still fully functional. It will be 1 year on the 17th of this month that I’ve had my hip replacement done on my left hip. old. 1 to 2 Days After Surgery A vital period in your hip replacement recovery time is the first few days. No pets or other tripping hazards. For this reason, it’s safest to ice in 20 minute time blocks, with fabric (like a tea towel) protecting your skin from touching ice directly. Do any of you think more therapy might help? Certainly, the more closely you follow medical advice and the more you talk to your doctor, the more likely you will recover at an optimal rate. In other words, icing jumpstarts healing and helps to keep you more comfortable as you recover. Age 72. While hip replacement surgery is largely standardized, there are variations in surgical techniques. In the first few months after surgery, the muscles that normally keep the hip joint tightly in place may be too weak. I got my hip replacement in July 2017. I don’t know anything about the poles. I am 76 years young. Hip feels great. I feel I was more advanced mobility wise last time but others tell me I wasn’t. They remain kind of slushy, which is great for shaping around your entire joint area. Once you are awake and ready to move, you will be taken to your hospital room. It seems to affect me worst at night with pain. While icing, lay on your back and prop your surgical leg with 3 or more pillows. All my best!!! My original post was made a few days before my 6 week checkup (made at 7 wks due to July 4th holidays). I am having the pain down to my right knee also. I was walking four or five 1 mile loops at 8 weeks post surgery, so I have been very mobile. No regrets whatsoever!!! The joint may squeak during prolonged exercise. Afterward, you'll spend time in a recovery room as you wake up from anesthesia. If you are able to walk in bathroom in hospital after the numbness wears off, you won’t need it. I really enjoyed being able to bend over and tie my shoes or pull on socks. Those Who’ve Had a Hip Replacement. I definitely recommend having two grabbers! A new one for me. Second potty: legs have feeling and I did wellbgetting up at 1:00pm. Review the images below and adjust your sleep position accordingly: Bad sleeping positions after hip replacement surgery. I had/ have had no distal swelling-only from hip to knee, with expected swelling/tightness of my entire L quadrucep and hip region. My biggest problem wasn't pain or constipation, it was leg cramps. I still do the PT exercises as part of my warm-up for walking and weight lifting. Way more comfortable. Like a pouch alcoholic drink you put in your freezer during summer vacation, gel packs never freeze completely. My greatest challenge is with pain management and emotionally accepting that "this" is ok-I have not been able to find the right combo of meds to keep me super comfortable, and most importantly, will take the edge off for adequate and restful sleep. I have a small leg length discrepancy, but I use a heel lift in the unaffected side and I don't notice a difference anymore. i'm at a younger age ( 63 ) than most that need or get a hip replacement. I actually have some pain in and around my knee. I should have soldiered on and done the leg lifts (lie on my side, lift my right leg up), but I waited a few weeks to see if anything else was going on with the leg. It feels strong, still a bit sore in the quad muscles and ITBand, but definitely an improvement from even a week ago. I have seen an ortho dr and have had mri, bone scan and physical therapy and no relief. Is it doable??? Then September 26th anterior hip replacement again on the right side. My surgery is scheduled for Feb 11 , 2019, at Duke. She was not in real good shape prior to the surgery and is still on a cane a year later. Follow up visits to your surgeon are typically at 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months and 12 months. so I can enjoy my new mobility. I had THR on Dec 17. I averaged about 18,000 steps per day. Ice therapy machines (also called cold therapy machines) can be costly but some pharmacies, hospitals and therapy offices rent them out. I could walk and get out of the bed and chairs OK by myself. I believe it will take longer than I originally thought to get back to golf. Pain is a stressor that can, among other things, delay healing. Doing pretty well, but experiencing numbness along the outside of my right thigh. In fact, I have been working out and lifting weights. More the muscles in leg. Having second one done in July. DO NOT apply directly to skin. Hi I am 76 and in will have my 6 week check up with my surgeon in 5 days. I’m walking fine without assistance, probably slightly slower, I need to work on this! I have the sensation one leg is longer- drives me nuts. Once the gel pack has thawed, place back in the freezer and reuse. Similar to PRP, they drew bone marrow from my pelvis, spun it down and then injected the stem cells into the joint. Go for it!! Is that normal? The top of my quad/thigh feels like a brick - so hard. I am 79. For hip replacement recipients, you will want to elevate your leg slightly (with 1-2 pillows) and lay with your surgery side up to ice. milero from Gloucester UK on February 19, 2019: Good to see you all doing well, please please be patient with your recovery, remember to not bend or stoop to far in the first 2- 3 weeks, my profile picture is of my dislocated left hip that occurred after 7 days, when bending slightly, the most pain ive ever had in my life, 6 hours in A & E waiting for it to be put back in only for all the muscles to tear and it to dislocate again... be patient folks. I am now 18 days from the hip I can walk without assistance however the right leg still seems a bit longer then my left. Had left HRS a week ago. If so, sign-up for PeerWell. And that is what keeps the prosthesis locked in place in the long-term. I didn't do my exercises as much as I planned due to leg cramps for the first two weeks. Over time, bone cells to creep in and grow attached to it just like a tree growing around a nearby fence post. “The incisions for a hip replacement surgery nowadays are very small and are closed up with absorbable sutures,” explains Thakkar. No pain but I am walking unevenly and I fall forward daily. The hip abductor was stretched as a result of surgery. I will wait awhile longer. Most of the initial exercises I was given are not needed at this point...Thanks. It’s getting better but really set me back on hip progress. Can't stay still at all during the day. milero from Gloucester UK on October 29, 2018: mdavis and Beverley Mas I would urge you to contact your surgeons if you are still having issues, I would also recommend that you search out a find a good local physiotherapist that knows about hip replacement rehabilitation. I am in a better place than I was 2 weeks ago. Have you just had a hip replacement or knee replacement? I am coming up to my 6 weeks after THR. What are people’s experience of having no general anaesthetic for their hip replacement. Nothing heavy duty, but getting my body used to moving again. milero from Gloucester UK on January 01, 2019: the only info I found was on this site , have look back for a few of my posts reference physio and exercises. I'm a redhead. Is this normal? This is like Olympic level icing versus house-league. Have become an avid mall walker...I seem to have a limp when I walk without cane...Hope that goes away. For hip replacement recipients, you will want to elevate your leg slightly (with 1-2 pillows) and lay with your surgery side up to ice. At my 7 week checkup, my doctor said he didn't just do a hip replacement, he did a hip reconstruction. I’ll have my second one done in 3 months. I had anterior based total hip replacement of my right hip a little over six weeks ago. My doctor feels you should take it easy after hip replacement, and said he wasn't scheduling any physical therapy until after I was healed (at least six weeks). I am able to cook pretty well now and even vacuumed today. Looking forward to getting some physical activity in. This reduces swelling and will likely be a more comfortable position. To make, simply buy foam drinking cups from your local grocer, dollar store, or order online. Amazing!! I promised to wait till week three. He said this stretched the hip abductor muscles on the repaired hip. As a result I had muscle cramps, which were addressed with muscle relaxers so I could sleep at night. I’m back working in the concrete construction industry 2 months post op (light duties for first 2 weeks), am now 3 months & probably 90% full strength & stamina, performing constant fairly heavy lifting daily. I too am trying to wean myself from the painkillers and although doing the daily exercise at present is painful, causing more back ache than hip pain, I am seeing a slow improvement. For how long? I am 3 weeks out and doing well. Meanwhile, I walk 10k steps per day, do yoga and lift weights. However, if you are still taking narcotic pain medications at these times, it is recommended that you wait to … I was really afraid of a spinal but it really wasn’t bad. The pain in my knee is getting better almost 7 wks post-op. Better yet, read on and we will show you how to make your own. Decided to post my progress in early stages real time because I found it missing on this blog. First gotta get 76 staples out my thigh, that will feel good. Problems With Healing: One of the anterior hip replacement precautions you should know about is that your incision can become irritated if it’s not cared for properly. It’s the big ligament that runs from hip to knee. Looking forward to outcome as a healthier woman. I see my surgeon this Friday (approx. Question-Did anyone get a card to hand to security when you walk through metal detectors? I rarely thought about the hip. At Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, hip replacement surgery is performed in an outpatient setting. I’ve just had a THR in Spain but do not have command of Spanish therefore need advice from the forum especially on phisio and aftercare equipment. ), your doctor might say partial weight-bearing or no weight-bearing for a specific duration of time … I’m relearning going up and down stairs, I have to remind myself to use both legs not just one! Now I am in outpatient pt. Caution: Fresh ice directly on a limb can burn the skin and reduce blood circulation. Use a water bottle that fits in basket. Clearly we are all different in how we heal. When I searched for information about the operation and recovery, there was little to be found. He indicated the alignment was good and the implants looked stable. I feel most of the pain on the outer side of my knee on the same side as the hip that was replaced. The walkers are a pain to deal with and have a lot of limitations. You will need help preparing meals, bathing, moving around the house, and doing other daily activities. This artificial joint (prosthesis) helps reduce pain and improve function.Also called total hip arthroplasty, hip replacement surgery may be an option for you if your hip pain interferes with daily activities and more-conservative treatments haven't helped or are no longer ef… I am still limping and have muscle weakness and pain in my hip, along the incision site, and also occasional groi This topic is … Maybe I’m doing too much? It could be from lower back issues or your leg muscles (tibialist anterior). Hang in there. Hi, Am 4 weeks in from my second hip replacement, having had no.1 done in 2012. I have personally not needed a stand alone potty. I am using a cane and am doing the required exercises twice a day. I know I have not spent much time exercising and could not figure out why everything was taking so long. You may remember me from such titles as: "Diabetes & Joint Replacement 101" & "Sex After a Joint Replacement". First few days. For others, recovery might take longer- perhaps even a full year. I even cut the oxycodine in half and took half a pill but it still made me feel weird.. Be carful with both of these drugs.. It progressed to groin pain, pain on side of hip and constant limping. Ian: I am not climbing hills yet however knee pain is gone. Once elevated, ice you 15-20 minutes at a time. Nearly 500,000 hip replacement surgeries are done in the United States every year. Become part of the PeerWell community on social media. The machines circulate cold water and air through a wrap that you put on your joint. DO NOT apply directly to skin (you may get burned, literally). It is when painkillers and exercises have stopped helping that it is time to think about hip replacement surgery. I hurt--very very bad, but the surgeon's goal was to take me off pain meds. Do you think this is something I should be worried about or is it because it is over compensating from trying to baby my hip? I have my life back and am young again. Moe P, you’re having your hip done 2 1/2 weeks before mine. A scar starts to form on the cut. I expect to be fully off the crutches in another month. Christine Mirabella on December 07, 2019: On my right hip I had a full hip replacement I'm noticing that 2 and 1/2 years later the hip that they supposedly fixed there is a little pain burning but it looks higher than the other I didn't I didn't have this before it don't look right. Repeat icing at least 3-4 times a day. Gel packs (or ice packs) are kind of like the superior frozen bag of peas or even homemade ice puck. milero from Gloucester UK on January 02, 2020: Laura and Christine I would recommend you contact your surgeon and go back for a consultation, ask all the questions you feel need answering and be sure to get the correct information. If you think you would benefit from icing more frequently, ask your doctor if this is a good idea. I had a spinal nerve block which numbed my leg for several hours. July 16th 2018. I’m 59, had bilateral posterior THR 3 months ago. Doing all 3 will keep pain down and allow you to recover safely, with a lessened chance of complications due to excessive swelling, bruising or inflammation. Have forgotten recovery times, Sleeping on my back really difficult, now in a sleeplessness spiral. Instant ice packs do not have to be frozen or refrigerated. 2018. A little limp still. Typically, your incision will be in this phase for 2-10 days after surgery. This was 3 months ago. Don’t put it off - if you need it do it. Get staples out tomorrow. There are lots of meds you’ll take and some are 2x day, some 1 time day and some 3x day. Colleen, I’m so sorry to hear about your difficulties. I’m not typical though. Upon the completion of the operation, the wound is stitched or glued to close the skin edges and let it heal. looking forward to normal again!! Also i feel it was setting me back a bit so i have decided if i go out which I dont much but to use the walker and pratice using the cane at home. Good luck everyone scheduled for surgery, hang in there. Sudden jarring of the foot (produced by jumping say) can cause pain. Hello everyone, I recently had my right hip replaced and to just be able to walk without the pain is a joy in itself. Over time, you should be able to return to your former level of activity. Day 19. some pain. One of the best ways to manage your pain is to sleep in a position that reduces it. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Although there will be some ups and downs, the more dedicated you are to your recovery, the better it will go. I was researching typical post-surgery hip pain and found this website. My overall emotion is anger. You can add saran wrap to around the bag to keep the ice block more dense, therefore making it last longer. 4. In March I had a right hip replacement .My right hip replacement went really well, but its hard to remember the pain at the beginning and the difficulty sleeping. For many people, their new hip is a joy to use after only three months. I find I have some fear around doing certain things but started rehab today. I found that at about 6 weeks, things got better exponentially. This can cause partial separation of the ball and socket, resulting in strange sounds. I was told I would need hip replacement before I was 50. I have been to Six Flags 2 times and I keep making the metal detector go off when I walk through them. I think I broke my wrist with this last fall. Some patients may take 6 months to recover; while others may recover in just 4 weeks. I just found out yesterday that Duke requires me to have someone live with me for two weeks. You can walk without support in a few days. I noticed that when I stopped the PT I began to lose flexibility. About Bonesmart.org Like ice cubes or pucks, gel packs should be wrapped in thin cloth while fresh. I’m single so I’m concerned about what it will be like with no help. Then I practiced getting in and out of a fake car. I have been doing exercises they gave for me to do at home as i see on here several of you have done the same ones.. I know that it’s a long recovery to be completely healed, but I definitely feel a lot better already. A burning sensation around the area of the incision. The leg lifts that I should have done were intended to strengthen the hip abductors. 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