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travelsafar Thu 27-Aug-26 14:37:25

Ive had both hips replaced and it was such a relief although I e never fully regain balance so use a rollator for longer walks and shopping a a stick at home.
Ive just been told I have arthritis in my knee. Am coping with co codamol at present and gp suggested steroid injections when meds dont help. My question is has anyone had a knee replaced when both hips are already done?? If yes, how did you cope. I know we are all different

MT62 Thu 27-Aug-26 15:15:35

Yes friend, both hips & both knees done, she’s 82. (Lots of other health problem now & can no longer walk far )but she could walk the two miles into town after she completely healed.

Charleygirl5 Fri 28-Aug-26 12:47:49

Provided it is over a year since your last hip replacement, you should be fine.

I have had both knees replaced but neither hip. This comment is from my ex professional life.

silverlining48 Fri 28-Aug-26 13:07:00

My neighbour now 78 has had both knees replaced, and her hip was also replaced recently. The other way round to you but she is back to her active life without a problem.

Visgir1 Fri 28-Aug-26 13:18:45

I have had both Hips and a knee. One hip was done 6 months after my Knee. The Surgeon advised this way. I am fine, no problem and walking perfectly, with no pain.

fancythat Fri 28-Aug-26 13:25:53

I know someone with both hips and knees done.

She is like a new woman.

Charleygirl5 Fri 28-Aug-26 18:23:47

8Visfirl* U totally agree that is the correct sequence. One has to give a lot of thought to movement re the hip and dislocation.

Gwyllt Fri 28-Aug-26 18:42:44

Regarding your balance. Have you done any exercises to improve your balance. I have two replacement hips and still take a stick particularly on rough ground But infact I can manage perfectly well without it it’s just become a habit Having said that I think people are more thoughtful towards you if they see a stick