Husband’s hip replacement- positive stories please!

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My 65 year old former marathon running husband’s hip replacement operation is imminent. I’m fed up with horror stories- please tell me about successful and life changing hip replacement experiences!

I had a hip replacement 4 months ago and it has been fabulous. I am back running and doing a range of other exercise. Barely any pain following the surgery, just stiffness. Really happy I did it.

2 knee replacements which "worse" ...hard for initial stages worthwhile long term.

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Is he anxious?
Is that impacting you?
What is your concern ?

I had my hip replaced 15 years ago and it’s been brilliant. In my mid 70s now and still walking 8-10 miles a day.

My husband had a hip replacement at the age of 63 earlier this year. His was following an accident so not elective. The most important bit of advice I’d give is to keep moving around as much as you can and do all the excercises recommended to you by the physio. My husband was out walking with crutches three days post surgery, and went out every day gradually increasing the distance. Don’t overdo it, but steady and regular is good. He was back running 5-6k daily within six months. He has zero issues with it now.

I won't lie in that when I had my hip replacement 8years ago I found the first six months of recovery difficult but that was mainly because I live alone and don't have a support system.
BUT it literally has been life changing. Before the op I coud scarcely walk but now even though I'm in my mid 70s I have my freedom back and do lots of walking every day. And do all my own housework and gardening.

It's just been so worth it OP. I can't imagine how awful my life would be now if I hadn't had the operation. I'm sure your DH will reap the benefits too.

No horror stories here. DH has had two hip replacements. The fitter you are going into the op the quicker your recovery. So try to keep active despite the pain. I recall constipation being a thing post op, I think related to pain relief, so be prepped for that. Other than that my DH took up running after the ops- not marathons but 10km races that he had never done before. Good luck he won’t look back.

Someone who had one yesterday (older colleague's husband) is moving about, a little bit, and has been responding to group messages since immediately after op. And is planning to go out in 3 weeks with doctor's ok!

My husband (marathon runner too) had a hip replacement 3 years ago aged 52 and he is vey glad he did. Yes recovery isn’t easy but he followed the physio and took painkillers and walked with sticks. Once the first few days are over your husband will get used to what he can do whilst recovering. I got aids to help such as sensor night lights by the bed, hall and bathroom, non slip shower mat, high toilet seat, grabbers and a hospital bed table to use with a suitable chair in the living room. I honestly think the physio is the most important thing to do.
Hope it all goes well for you.

Life changing, I had a hip replacement at 34 so 4 years ago and I’m a self employed cleaner, I used to wake up every morning and cry thinking about trying to get through the day because of the constant pain! I was back to work after 3 months (which was longer than I had hoped) but so happy, no pain EVER now. I can walk miles and miles, I have loads more flexibility in the joint and I’m not exhausted from being in pain all day every day working as a cleaner

I work in an area of rehab. Follow all advice from medical and physio. It will be fine in due course. I've met a handful that have ever had major problems so not sure who you're talking to. I would get it done in a heartbeat should the need ever arise.

This is great! Thank you all. He really can’t go on as he is. It’s awful to see him in so much pain and struggling to walk, unable to sleep etc I really hope it’s going to be life changing for him- and both of us actually. He is very good at following exercise instructions etc so I think he’ll he ok.

My friend had one in her 50s, she was a half marathon relatively fast runner before. After a year where she worked hard on recovery - physio, PT, pilates etc - she is running personal best times over 10km. Good luck to your DH!

My 47 year old former marathon running DH’s hip replacement is also imminent. We’ve heard nothing but positive stories from everyone he’s spoken to including friends and friends of friends who have had it done.

Everyone raves about how rapid the healing process is and everyone wishes they had got it done sooner. DH can’t wait!

Crikey lots of marathon runners….

my DP (definitely not a marathon runner) had his done a couple of years ago aged 51.
all good, up and about in a couple of days, now has no pain or discomfort from his hip at all.
he does have a sexy scar on his bum though

My 90yr old mum is having her hip replacement op on Thurs!.. she will be fastidious with the exercises, she's aiming to attend her dance class Xmas party in late Dec - no dancing involved. She lives alone in a bungalow with me next door, I will stay at hers if needed, but will be there for meals, getting up and dressed - She doesn't like fuss, but I'm sure we'll get there between us

I was back to normal in 6 weeks. If he's meticulous about doing the rehab there's no reason he won't be too. If you can stretch to it I recommend a few private physio appointments, they really helped to keep me on track.

My surgeon said he particularly enjoyed doing hips because most people got life changing instant relief. A younger, fitter person like your DH must stand a better than average chance of being in that category.

Somehow I seem to know a lot of people who have had a hip replacement, and they all speak incredibly positively about it. Hope all goes as brilliantly for your DP.

A dear friend had one just as she turned 60 - absolutely life changing - she is back to 80 mile walks, teaching yoga, wild swimming, the lot.

My sister had one around the same age and despite a few ups and downs it has been brilliant for her.

She actually overdid the rehab a tiny bit I think. So I guess I’d say talk in detail to the physio and get everything written down, if anything seems not right, raise it straight away.

I'm an NHS physio. Hip replacements now are so good that where we are, you don't routinely get referred for post op physio like you do for a knee. Having said that, your DH could self refer for physio and would be seen very quickly. The fact he has been fit and active prior to this means his recovery is likely going to much easier than if he wasn't.

i am 48 have had 2 hip replacements about 4 years ago (different legs!)
best thing ever. I used to have to lift my legs into the car when I got in, with my hands!!! I waddled like a penguin and was in constant pain. you do have some pain after the op while recovering but it's not that awful deep constant pain- that goes straight away!
it honestly has been life changing for me and if I could go back in time I'd just get it done 2 years earlier!!!

I had 2 in my late 30's highly recommend

Reading @Periperiperi’s post, tbh I would get some private physio. It may not be easy to evidence the difference it makes for the NHS, but if something does go slightly awry, I think his awareness of it will be greater.

It's a life changing operation, he will be brilliant.

Just want to say I was the same. Do the exercises!

My mum who has CFS/ME and generally poor health recovered very fast from hip replacement when she was older than your DH so he should be fine being very fit and healthy by the sounds of it.