Hip replacement pre/post operation pls

Re surgeon, obviously I meant to say what she or he thinks best !

Wow page 28.....that’s brilliant hipsters.

Re wound, I am using Vaseline daily. Can’t believe the whole 10” hole was kept together with just glue. Not a single stitch or staple, (so why was I invited back to the hospital to have my stitches out? ) Communication or lack Of, obviously.
Really not trying to get to page 29, so will stop now, but does anyone else use Vaseline?

No. I left my scars strictly alone. Nature heals. I did get some Bio Oil and it smelt lovely but I didn't actually use it on my scar(s)

'....moaning old farts' Hmm, really? I had my THR just over a year ago and have found support in following people on Instagram. Those with IG accounts tend to be much younger, one only 25. These younger ones tend to have had surgery because of hip dysplasia, although not all and trust me even the very young wish to share the minutiae...and with pictures too! I thought that this thread was about sharing tips and advice for THR, not jokes.

There does seem to be a huge difference in treatments and post op plans . I think mine is of the old school : clips to put me back together, stockings AND injections and strict rules about bending and sleeping ! Maybe it’s because he is actually a spinal specialist , I was sent to him as my pain was thought to be from my spine originally. But one of the nurses said when I was in hospital that she would choose him for her hip replacements, he is probably in his 50’s so possibly still doing as he has always done! Does anyone have a “waddle “ when walking without a crutch ? Does it go gradually ? Last day of second rounds of antibiotics today so fingers crossed they have done their job this time.

Susie Really hope they have. You have done so well to deal with all that has been thrown at you, and being in your own will not have helped. Well done.
I don’t know about waddling, but I had my leg lengths checked on Friday and as I thought my operated leg is now longer than the other, if only by millimetres but it’s noticeable to me as I walk/ wobble/waddle. Apparently it’s not anything to be concerned about as it’s only slight. There is a special way of measuring so you might ask your physio.
So you are without stockings and injections? If so that makes a huge difference. I was so pleased to do my last jab Friday night.
Nannapat You are right about this thread, it is information, not gags, the poster was quite rude; and am glad it’s not been derailed.
Aveline, so what did you do with your bio oil?? Just being nosy. I am not bothered about scars but am doing as I was told. Rub rub. Vaseline.

Nannapat I would have no clue how to find anyone to follow on Instagram, and yes there are many young people who also need these operations fir all sorts of reasons.

In fact now I think about it, I couldn't even find Instagram in the first place. Really feeling like an old fart now

Silverlining you will definitely have sutures in your muscle and subcutaneous layers even though they can't be seen. You can't hold a deep wound like that together without. I have no stitches to see on the surface, just a line. It's a clever sewing technique, a bit like ladder stitch. We used it on ..ahem.. ladies bottoms for a good aesthetic result after childbirth.

You’re right Nannapat that’s exactly what this thread is for.
I think we have all got the measure of that particular poster from the recent comments.

Meanwhile the thread is pottering along perfectly happily!
I was going to say jogging along but it’s probably a bit soon for that!!

That is what I thought GrannyLaine. I am especially well covered hip wise so there will have to be some sub sewing going on to hold it all together .

Jogging definitely for the advanced agenda. If ever ... but am perfectly satisfied with being able to go for a decent walk somewhere nice, and especially a favourite walk along the wait cliffs of Dover. On a clear day it’s possible to see the white cliffs in France 20 miles away across the sea.

White not wait!

The White Cliffs of Dover are beautiful. We were in Dover on a cruise ship visit a few years ago and had a walk along the top afterwards before driving home.
It was a sunny day and yes, we could just about make out the French coast though there was a bit of a heat haze.
Interestingly, my phone thought I was in France!

Yes that’s what always happens, before roaming charges came in ( now back I think ? ) making and receiving calls was very expensive.
It’s a lovely walk from
Dover towards Deal. Hope it so t be long before I can give it a go again.

Just had a long phone chat with a friend who had a hip replacement about 5 years ago . She was told to make sure that you practice walking heel to toe , which I haven’t been told and not sure I have been . So tomorrow I will be out practicing ! The rain today has prevented me from getting out today as I didn’t want to slip on the wet pavement. DS picked me up and I had a lovely lunch with the family but had to watch West Ham play! I think I may have to resort to some night sedation tonight as I was still awake at 3am last night , I have some Nytol I think somewhere ?.

It’s. been so miserable today compared to yesterday it couldn’t be more different.
It’s good to get out though so maybe tomorrow.
How nice to have a family meal, it’s good to have a break,
Hope you are starting to feel a bit better, and keep
In touch.

I havnt been told how to walk , just that I should walk.
Physio said stop if it really hurts otherwise keep going.

Heel toe heel toe - but that's how most people walk. However, it concentrates the mind to think about it when walking.

Can I chip in about Vaseline? I’m not had a hip replacement silverlining but suspect Mr C will need one so have been reading the thread with interest. After a tkr last year the surgery nurse advised Vaseline on the scar for at least 6 weeks, after that I could use Bio Oil. It certainly made my knee feel a lot more comfortable. In her opinion nothing runny should be on the scar until all layers had healed. No matter the reason the scar was always comfortable, didn’t feel tight and has healed incredibly well.

Good luck everyone, wishing you a well.

Thanks for that cornergran. I was told the same snd the wound is healing well as far as I can see. It’s not tight or itchy, it’s just not very straight! Not that I care about that of course.

SusieB50 I'm a bit puzzled by this heel to toe walking: Like Aveline says, that IS how you walk. I have a vague recollection of someone suggesting to me about putting my heel directly in front of the toes of my other foot as an exercise (but I can't remember why) I wonder if this is what your friend meant?

No my friend ( used to be an orthopaedic nurse ) meant putting your heel down first as you step , I checked my steps last night and with a crutch I noticed I tended to put my whole foot flat down when I step, possibly causing my “waddle”. So today I’m going to practice stepping out onto heel first today ..

Sing to yourself ' Step we gaily on we go heel to heel and toe to toe'! (Marie's Wedding song)