Hip Replacement

I had an epidural for my second knee replacement because that was what the anaethetist preferred. I thought it was much better, although they would keep waking me up to take my BP every time I dozed off. It is amazing how quickly we recover from these things. I couldn't believe how quickly they got me climbing stairs!

Good news, Humbertbear. My experience was just the same and eight years later the hip is still going strong. I'm sure yours will also be fine. number, what a strange attitude your hospital has - I had the epidural and sedative and, like tanith, I don't have a heart problem. The epidural was simply routine in our hospital which was perfect for me because a general anaesthetic invariably has me throwing up for the better part of 24 hours.

That's a shame number please as the spinal recovery was much easier for me, it must be different in other places as I certainly don't have a heart problem.

Brilliant news Humbertbear, so glad things have gone so well for you. I`m due to have my knee replacement op on Monday, I`m glad I`m having it done, but a little nervous nonetheless. I`ve been told though that I will be having a general anaesthetic, they only do spinals for people with heart problems.

Wishing you a speedy recovery. I had my hip replacement similarly to yours 7yrs ago with a very good outcome I'm now contemplating having my second hip done. I too would recommend the epidural with sedative.

That's wonderful. So glad it is a complete success. My knee replacement
6 years ago was also successful and has transformed my life.
You will soon be dancing !