Hip replacement

[Lola]

I had two colleagues who had hip replacements in their 40s and both were happy to have it done and fine afterwards

[Loulou127]

Originally Posted by Loulou127

Deano, my physiotherapist said it’s better to do it now (I’m 59) as it means I’d be quicker to recover and my quality of life would be much improved, I can just about put socks on but I can’t fasten laces, now what my GP will say remains to be seen!

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I’ve had a consultation today, I’ve paid privately at one of the Spire clinics, the consultant agrees I need a THR, he did an X-ray and compared it to the one 2 years ago and it’s deteriorated quite a bit, I’ve now got to decide whether to join the NHS waiting list or pay privately, but even that it would be xmas before it would be done!

I was amazed that he said the operation only takes 50 minutes and you probably go home the same day!

[pooh's gal]

I had my hip replacement at the beginning of April and went private using the money I had saved for my cancelled holiday.The hospital Isengard to was absolutely fabulous and I couldn’t have been treated better. The only problem was being able to get out and walk as much as I wanted so this is slightly delaying my complete recovery. I would underline that it is so important to get out and walk. I’m now walking so much better. My doctor advised me to use a walking stick. My local council came and inspected my home and gave me a handrail to get upstairs, a seat for in the shower and a trolley on wheels to move things from one room to another. I own my home so didn’t think I would be eligible for anything. Just be patient and it will be ok in the end

[bonnies mum]

DH had a hip replacement in February on the NHS. Went really well & he has had no problems since (well none with his hip &#128514.

[Loulou127]

Originally Posted by bonnies mum

DH had a hip replacement in February on the NHS. Went really well & he has had no problems since (well none with his hip &#128514.

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BM, I’ve now asked the consultant I saw to put me on his NHS waiting list, can I ask did your DH get any written confirmation when he was added to the list, or will I just get a call when I arrive towards the top of the list?