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    Depression/post-op blues - open for all

    I’m starting to feel more depressed lately. I’m 4.5 months post op and my leg length discrepancy makes it difficult to walk long distances. I used to walk all the time and now I’m tired after 15/20 minutes. I want to walk farther and get sad when I see people out walking their dogs. I just...
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    I felt better after not doing PT as much. I went today, but don’t go back until Friday. I’m finding that doing it less helps more.
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    Thank you. I’ve cut back on PT and noticed that I feel better. Thank you for the information.
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    I’ve hit my 8th week of RTHR. My opposite side is really bothering me, especially since PT has gotten more intense. I know that in the future I will probably need that left hip replaced. Right now this issue is my imbalance. When I walk I’m out of kilter, which is putting a strain on that left...
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    I’m almost 8 weeks post op. I’m doing well, but get tired when walking a lot. It’s mostly because I still have the leg length difference. I still worry that it will stay that way, but also know that my muscles and ligaments still need to readjust. I experienced some pain in my side butt muscle...
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    Don’t know where that symbol came from
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    I will try the 2 pillows. I think it will be trial and error. As far as the pain meds, I’m doing ok with just Tylenol, but will bring it up to the PA on Tuesday. I may try Tylenol PM again, but it made me restless…I think. It may have been due to just not being comfortable. Tomorrow I will try...
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    New title: Finally….a new hip!!
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    THR Sleeping position

    I totally understand your sleeping issues. I too am a side sleeper and go through the same pain when sleeping on my side. I think the others have a great idea about the pillows. I’m definitely going to try it. Anything to fall asleep!
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    Almost 6 weeks post op RTHR. I’m finding that my gait is better when I use a cane, so O plan on using it until my leg length gets better. I’ve been doing good, but now getting the achy pain probably from my hip healing. I’m starting to get lower back pain from sleeping on my back. I put a...
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    Is there a way to change my title?
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    THR Overdoing after hip replacement

    I’m 5 weeks post op RTHR. I’ve overdone it with sitting for long periods and have groin pain worse than ever. So, I’m currently taking it easy. It’s scaring me that I was doing so well and now in pain. I do have PT again today and will be talking with my therapist. I’m hoping it’s just from...
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    THR Finally....a new hip!

    Hi! I’m new here. I had my right hip replaced on Feb 5th, so tomorrow is week 5. I’m hoping to get some great information from this group. I’m noticing that my right leg (new hip) is shorter than the left and I hobble. Is this due to the swelling on my right side? I do have an excellent...
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