THR different leg length post op

[AfterCare]

@AfterCare .... I'm so sorry to hear about all you're dealing with and I do think you need a different surgeon.

I don't know if you saw our emails around the end of January or not, but on January 29th we implemented a new 2-tier membership program that changes your membership on the forum. You are currently a Basic Member. This is our free membership that allows you to use our search tool to find and read threads on the forum and the ability to post on-topic comments on existing threads. But the services such as as surgeon recommendations and personal staff guidance are part of a new group of premium services that require a subscription to our new Insiders Club. We are still a non-profit organization and the small amount we ask for these services helps to maintain Bonesmart on the web to support patients worldwide.

Please take a look at our Membership Page and the Guidelines for Posting and you'll see what these changes mean for you. I hope you'll consider one of the options for the Insiders Club so we can give you the one-on-one support I believe you need in your situation. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have about membership.

In the end of January I had at least 2 medical appointments per day and was preparing for cancer surgery. Orthopedic surgeon also only admitted to there being a real cause for concern on Feb 3 (day before the cancer surgery), which would explain why I missed your emails. I guess the joke's on me here :(

 

[InkedMarie]

I’m so sorry of your cancer diagnosis.

Marie

 

[myglasshalffull]

So sorry for all you are dealing with right now, I wish you the best.

 

[Layla]

Hello AfterCare,
I am sorry to read of your recent diagnosis and subsequent surgeries. My heart goes out to you as you're enduring so much all at once. We're here to support you and I wish you healing, comfort and moments of peace in the weeks and months ahead.
@AfterCare

 

[buffingc]

I had a very different procedure than yours, but I did indeed end up with a post-surgical leg which is longer than before. And, boy oh boy, it feels ODD. Trust your instincts - if it is still feels off after what is supposed to be your recovery time, be proactive and get it measured. I ended up with all kinds secondary issues because my gait was so off for so long. I now wear a lift (good-bye cute shoes), but it fixed the problem. A small price to pay. Also, as with you, this was not mentioned to me pre-op and when I brought it up with the surgeon, he said they never get it exactly right. At first, I thought his response was curt, but the more I thought about it, the more it rang true. It's impossible to always get it exactly right.
Best of luck to you.

 

[Layla]

Hi AfterCare,
Checking in on this three month anniversary to say Hi and see how you're doing.
Sending a hug and best wishes for your comfort.
@AfterCare