THR Hip replacement a year after knee replacement

[Tgcmoore]

In July 2022 I have a right total knee replacement and I’m having pain in my right hip now and just went to the doctor and he said I have no Cartlidge and will need a replacement. Is that unusual to have two replacements right after each other on the same side?

 

[Jaycey]

@Tgcmoore So sorry you are now suffering more joint issues. It is not unusual to develop arthritis in other joints. How fast this occurs is really an individual thing. I'm assuming that right knee is pretty stable by now? There should be no problem in having that hip replaced on the same side.

How soon will you get a surgery date?

 

[Tgcmoore]

He said in 3 months because that’s how far out his calendar is.
Also a few weeks ago I had a fluoroscopy guided injection in my hip joint. The pain went away for a week and 2 days but came back. This lead to him saying it was my hip causing the pain and when an X-ray was done he said I have no cartilage but the radiologist who did the fluoroscopy said I had arthritis but still had cartilage, causing me to be confused.

 

[benne68]

Is that unusual to have two replacements right after each other on the same side?

I had a similar issue -- but in the reverse order! My right hip was replaced in December 2019 and by the end of 2020, my right knee was in bad shape. Because of the pandemic, however, I had to wait until September of 2021 for my TKR!

Hope you are able to get a surgery date soon!

 

[Eman85]

pretty common for all of our joints to wear out once past the 1/2 century mark. Can't say how common it is to have both on one side but many have had it done, our replacement sides and dates are in our signatures.
Second opinions are always a good thing, especially if you have doubts or confusion. Healthcare is a business, they make money by doing procedures.

 

[PolarIce]

3 months? you are lucky, here the standard wait is 2+ yrs. I was considered an emergency case and didnt get in for 4 months.

 

[Tgcmoore]

I had a second opinion on Friday and this doctor confirmed I have no cartilage and I also have bone spurs and a cyst. I really liked him. He does the anterior surgery that is less invasive. My other surgeon who did my knee and I really like does posterior. I felt really comfortable with the second doctor. But still have to wait until mid November to December.

 

[Jaycey]

@Tgcmoore Great that you found a surgeon that you can work with!

He does the anterior surgery that is less invasive.

Please don't fall for the "marketing hype" around anterior approach. It is not less invasive, just a different incision area. Still major surgery and still the same recovery as with any other approach.

Please let us know when you get that all important surgery date.

 

[Eman85]

Less invasive, some debate there. The hole might be smaller but there is still an invasion.

 

[Tgcmoore]

They cut through less muscle and tendons etc

 

[Mojo333]

Having a surgeon you have confidence in, and is proficient in the technique / approach he uses is the most important thing.
My OS was trained and skilled in the anterior approach and I am a happy double hippy.
There are many successful hip replacements with all approaches and though some "minimally invasive" approaches may tout short term advantages, I do know that the progress usually converges at some point so knowing it will take the time it takes long-term can keep you from overdoing it early on.

You are going to be happy to be rid of that horrid hip pain.

 

[Hippielife]

Just do whatever approach the surgeon you like is best and has the most accurate success. Every surgeon is different and your hip evaluation is very common. Sorry you have to wait a few months. It seems the medical industry is not what we need when in pain at this time. Most major hospitals report each joint replacement surgery and is available in The Journal of Arthroplasty , official Journal of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons brings together the clinical and scientific foundations for joint replacement. This peer-reviewed journal publishes original research and manuscripts of the highest quality from all areas in the US And the outcome of each procedure, surgeons, style , approach and components used.

It’s important to educate and understand the process. Be your own advocate and it will help you to prepare and guide your rehab plan for a successful outcome.

 

[Tgcmoore]

I am in so much pain right now that I don’t know if hip arthritis would hurt this bad. I had a lot of things to do this weekend and a lot of walking although I can’t walk too far and without pain and a limp. I’m worried that something else might be wrong.

 

[Layla]

I am sorry you're in so much pain.

I had a second opinion on Friday and this doctor confirmed I have no cartilage and I also have bone spurs and a cyst.

This will cause pain. Depending upon the activity you engaged in, experiencing pain after an active weekend that included a lot of walking with a hip that's deteriorated enough to warrant replacement, you're going to have pain, unfortunately. Ice, get lots of rest, and take OTC meds for pain relief. Also, if you're not already, you may want to consider relying on the support of an assistive device as you wait out the time until surgery.

Do you have a date scheduled yet? You mentioned November or December. If you heave a date, please let us know and we'll add it to your signature.
Lots of comfort to you!

 

[Tgcmoore]

My surgery is scheduled for December 27. Seems so far away.

 

[Layla]

Aww, I 'm sorry, when you're in pain, I'll bet December 27th does feel far away. Take it easy over the next two and a half months, as best you can. I found a heating pad somewhat of a comfort for the last several weeks before my THR. I used to go to bed early with the heating pad and watch tv. Getting off your feet seems to help. Try ice, try heat, see what you think works best for you. Good luck!
@Tgcmoore

 

[Mojo333]

Yes, bad hips hurt SO BAD!I have a high tolerance for pain and I was absolutely beyond despondent by the time I had my hips replaced.
Sleep deprived, and miserable... seemed like my hip pain was triggering a body-wide inflammatory response so that Everything seemed to hurt.
Much symathy here, and as Layla suggested... a heating pad did seem to soothe some.

The only plus I found with the unending pain, as by the time my op came around, my nerves about surgery were tamped down by the prospect of getting on a path to recovery.
My new hips gave me my life back.
Hang in there, friend.

 

[Tgcmoore]

Thank you. I know my knee was hurting before I had it replaced, but nothing like this. It’s very stiff in the upper thigh green area so when I try to walk, feels like I am not able to bend it at all and it’s sore. I have just been laying around. I can’t do anything which makes me sad. I agree I can’t wait till the surgery. I’m not a bit nervous. Thank you for the advice, and to know that I am not alone and how I feel.

 

[CricketHip]

My sister has said that same thing! That the hip pain was worse than the knee pain. She had both knees replaced before the hip.
Maybe because some of our hip muscles/attachments make up our core and is activated in many of our movements.

 

[Tgcmoore]

Another thing is. When I’m in bed with leg straight or sitting for a while it gets so stiff. It’s painful to move.