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    Total hip replacement aged 33

    Hi there, I had both my hips replaced last year when I was 33. It was the best decision that I ever had to make, even though the pain was so severe I didn't have much of a choice. At this point, i feel absolutely no pain, I exercise regularly, I'm taking long walks at the malls and in the...
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    THR Out with the old, in with the new!

    I'm am just over 7 weeks post op. My 6 week appointment went well. My surgeon is pleased with my progress. As far as the operated hip is concerned, the only thing worth noting is that I still feel muscle tightness after PT. But I hear that might take a while to go away. Is anyone else...
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    Few to No Restrictions with Posterior Approach?

    I'm doing well so far. When I finally decided to do the surgery I did a lot of research on the anterior approach and I had my hopes up for that approach. However, the surgeon that I wanted to do my surgery doesn't do the anterior. Because i know his work and trust him, I went back to the...
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    Few to No Restrictions with Posterior Approach?

    I had posterior 4 weeks ago. Very similar to Jaycey, mine is uncemented, I left the hospital with no weight bearing instructions, and my restrictions are minimal. I'm not to cross the operated leg over my midline or belly button and, the 90 degree rule. My surgeon wants me to follow these...
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    THR Out with the old, in with the new!

    Thanks for the readings @bottomshollow and @poppet. They are helpful. Btw, for some reason I slept through the night. I'm not sure why but was extremely grateful.:egypdance:
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    THR Out with the old, in with the new!

    I can't believe it's been over a week since my surgery. So far so good. I'm following the mantras as many have suggested, thanks. sleeping is awful though. I'm having a hard time getting my operated leg to feel comfortable while in bed and I'm constantly waking up to wiggle it or move it a...
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    THR Out with the old, in with the new!

    You all are great! Thanks for the encouraging words. I apologize for taking so long to post again. I just got out of the hospital yesterday. I would have been out on Thursday but my body wasn't taking to well to the pain killers. Anywho, I won't bore you all with the details of my hospital...
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    THR Out with the old, in with the new!

    Super helpful articles @Jamie. Thanks!
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    THR Out with the old, in with the new!

    Good luck @bamagirl! I'm sure it will go great. I am anticipating some upcoming discomfort but hopefully the cocktail with make it bearable.
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    THR Riding the Recovery Roller Coaster

    Yaaaay! Congrats my recovery buddy! I hope all continues to go smoothly.
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    I think I can, I think I can ...

    Thanks everyone. I finally made it to the other side!
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    THR Out with the old, in with the new!

    I'm finally on the other side :happydance:. My surgery was successful! One down and one to go (hopefully in about 6 weeks). Thanks everyone for your encouraging words leading up to today. Just a little about Day 1 ... Everyone was so kind which definitely put me at ease. The surgery was at...
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    I think I can, I think I can ...

    My pre-op was successful. I'm all cleared to go for tomorrow. I'm soooooo ready because taking only extra strength Tylenol for this pain is a joke at this point. I can't tell which hip is worse now. But soon this pain will be just a memory. :) @bottomshollow, thanks for the articles they...
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    2014 February Valentines - Are you having hip surgery in February?

    Hey everyone. My surgery is quickly approaching! February 18th is the big day for me :dancy: but :sad:
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    I think I can, I think I can ...

    Thank you all for your kind words. My pre-op day seems pretty intense. Medical clearance, blood donation, pre-surgery screening, and an educational class. Does everyone go through this pre-op process? That's great charmed-life! I'm not sure why I thought PT was required in the early stages...
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