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Anyone had a hip replacement?

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AmandaHoldensLips · 25/03/2025 21:19

If so, how did you know your hip was buggered? Did it come on suddenly and how debilitating was it?

I'd be very interested to know what your tell-tale symptoms were and how long before you knew you needed a replacement.

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HighLadyofTheNightCourt · 20/02/2026 10:34

SafeAndStranded · 20/02/2026 10:16

I had a total replacement at 38 due to dysplasia. The surgeon said that as the ceramic implants last a lot longer than they used to there was no real need to wait or try PAO if it was going to end in a replacement anyway.

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Thanks for responding.
From what I understand the condition of my hip will be the deciding factor!

Sweetiedarling7 · 20/02/2026 10:38

DesperateDenise · 26/03/2025 00:43

I was the same as you: I thought the problem was my leg. I didn't believe the GP at first when they said it was my hip that was causing my difficulty walking.

I was on the waiting list for the operation for about 6 months or more and by the time I had the operation I could hardly walk at all.

The recovery from the operation was a nightmare. But it changed my life. It was just wonderful having the freedom to be able to walk again.

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Can you expand on why the recovery was a nightmare please?

Indianajet · 20/02/2026 10:48

I had my right hip replaced 3 months ago - I wasn't in a huge amount of pain, mainly lack of mobility was a problem. I am 71 - I did a lot of exercise, particularly aqua fit/yoga beforehand to help build up my muscles, and that helped tremendously after the operation. I was back exercising within a few weeks and needed minimal pain relief after the first couple of days. I am now waiting for my left hip to be done - then I will feel fully mobile again.

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