Hip Replacement

[Smoken'JOE]

Can you still ride after recovery.
Any after effects?
Would you do it again?
All info is accepted.

 

[Nana]

Joe, Every individual's recovery is different depending on your age, general health, cooperation with therapy after surgery, etc. But there should be absolutely no reason you couldn't return to trike riding once you have recovered! In my karate class there is a man in his late 40s who had a hip replacement last year (repairing an old injury from his days of jumping out airplanes in the military), and in six weeks he was right back in karate class and doing better with it than ever!

 

[Smoken'JOE]

Joe, Every individual's recovery is different depending on your age, general health, cooperation with therapy after surgery, etc. But there should be absolutely no reason you couldn't return to trike riding once you have recovered! In my karate class there is a man in his late 40s who had a hip replacement last year (repairing an old injury from his days of jumping out airplanes in the military), and in six weeks he was right back in karate class and doing better with it than ever!

That's good news Nana...............thank you.

 

[Oldmsocko]

Joe, Every individual's recovery is different depending on your age, general health, cooperation with therapy after surgery, etc. But there should be absolutely no reason you couldn't return to trike riding once you have recovered! In my karate class there is a man in his late 40s who had a hip replacement last year (repairing an old injury from his days of jumping out airplanes in the military), and in six weeks he was right back in karate class and doing better with it than ever!

Karate class. I sure wouldn't want to tangle with you. When I meet you in Maggie Valley I will refer to you as Mrs. Nana.

 

[Smoken'JOE]

Karate class. I sure wouldn't want to tangle with you. When I meet you in Maggie Valley I will refer to you as Mrs. Nana.

Sounds like a good idea to me!

 

[Papa Zook]

Karate class. I sure wouldn't want to tangle with you. When I meet you in Maggie Valley I will refer to you as Mrs. Nana.

Just wear shin guards or mini ninja will hurt you.

 

[Nana]

Just wear shin guards or mini ninja will hurt you.

You guys crack me up!

 

[Oldmsocko]

You guys crack me up!

I'm awfully glad you are taking it well.

 

[Saltywheels]

Joe: Have a pal who I used to 2-w with & scuba. Abt 60 at the time. We were back riding 2 months later...5 day trip down south to get some abalone. He was in better shape with the 'nu-bonz' than I was. Unfortunately life throws us some curved balls & a hit-n-run took him last year. But when my turn comes for a new set ..& it's coming for sure, I'll not hesitate. Gotta have a good surgeon, though. G'Luck.

 

[msocko3]

Just wear shin guards or mini ninja will hurt you.

Mini Ninja.....:laugh:

 

[Lucky]

Could it be we have just been misspelling it all along? Nana/Ninja

 

[rdking647]

had a hip resurfacing (very similar to a replacement) in july 2007. couldnt ride that summer but was ready to ride by spring 2008.

 

[bill674]

Had my right hip replaced 8 years ago and my left hip this year. I was back riding in two months, short rides for a while. Just be sure you have a good surgeon.

 

[topgatt1]

Joe ...I'm 74 and had both hips done about 4 years ago. (one at a time) Recovery was fairly quick concidering my age. But no problem. I have no problem riding my trike. bill674 hit the nail on the head. Research the surgeon. Get the best you can. Hip surgery horror stories are the result of bad surgeons. Generally speaking.

 

[jfingalls]

SmokenJoe, My brother-in-law had his two hips replaced and he still rides a two wheeler with his wife on the back. He says to expect at least a 6 month delay in returning to the Trike. God Bless.....

 

[Smoken'JOE]

Lots of good info, thanks.

 

[Blondie Gal]

SmokenJoe, My brother-in-law had his two hips replaced and he still rides a two wheeler with his wife on the back. He says to expect at least a 6 month delay in returning to the Trike. God Bless.....

And my very best friend of almost 60 years has had both hips replaced and, at 64, she still gets down in the floor every day, teaching kindergarten. You can do it, too!!! :yes:

 

[Smoken'JOE]

And my very best friend of almost 60 years has had both hips replaced and, at 64, she still gets down in the floor every day, teaching kindergarten. You can do it, too!!! :yes:

Thanks Blondie...................appointment in a few weeks and let's geterdone.

 

[Wes Quick]

Back in 1974 my Father In Law had a total hip replacement. He was in his early 70's at that time. He healed up over the summer months and that winter he was out riding Snowmobiles with us like nothing had happened. He was a totally new man. He was a farmer and didn't miss much of his chores. He had the surgery in about April or May and was in the fields working during the summer. Baleing hay, cultivating the corn, etc. He farmed the old fashioned way, no fertilizer except what the Cows and Hogs produce no chemicals for him.

 

[msrvpeig]

Had my right hip replaced in Dec. '05(at the young age of 51) and was back on the trike when the snow cleared in late March-April, riding much more comfortably ever since. I would encourage you to "hit the swimming pool" once your incision fully heals. I found just walking in the pool and the resistance the water created made the muscles recover faster. No regrets and would do it again tomorrow.

 

[Smoken'JOE]

Had my right hip replaced in Dec. '05(at the young age of 51) and was back on the trike when the snow cleared in late March-April, riding much more comfortably ever since. I would encourage you to "hit the swimming pool" once your incision fully heals. I found just walking in the pool and the resistance the water created made the muscles recover faster. No regrets and would do it again tomorrow.

Thanks for the encouragement. Have appointment in beginning of Nov. (10).
How long after first exam was the surgery? Any prep, exercises, etc.

 

[John Luciano]

honey had her hip partially replaced . No socket just the ball portion, Had it done in Late July will be driving lane November. Other complications but said no pain what so ever with the hip from day one . Could not lift leg more than 90 deg for 6 weeks.

 

[msrvpeig]

Thanks for the encouragement. Have appointment in beginning of Nov. (10).
How long after first exam was the surgery? Any prep, exercises, etc.

Joe, the surgeon acknowledged the need for surgery on the first visit then left it up to me when I wanted to have it. Basically when "you can't handle the pain anymore" get the surgery, were his instructions. So I chose to have mine during the winter months, so I would be ready to ride in the spring. Only prep was a pre-physical from my regular physician.

There are three basic rules to follow immediately after the surgery, 1) don't cross your legs (while lying in bed or sitting on a chair), 2) don't twist at the hip (while standing) and 3)don't sit at a 90 degree angle. Make sure you follow these rules for the first month or two. Had a friend that thought he could do more than the doctor said to do and "dislocated" the new hip. He described that as the worst pain he every had. Basic rule of thumb is "follow the doctor's orders", nothing more and nothing less. Good luck.

 

[Smoken'JOE]

Joe, the surgeon acknowledged the need for surgery on the first visit then left it up to me when I wanted to have it. Basically when "you can't handle the pain anymore" get the surgery, were his instructions. So I chose to have mine during the winter months, so I would be ready to ride in the spring. Only prep was a pre-physical from my regular physician.

There are three basic rules to follow immediately after the surgery, 1) don't cross your legs (while lying in bed or sitting on a chair), 2) don't twist at the hip (while standing) and 3)don't sit at a 90 degree angle. Make sure you follow these rules for the first month or two. Had a friend that thought he could do more than the doctor said to do and "dislocated" the new hip. He described that as the worst pain he every had. Basic rule of thumb is "follow the doctor's orders", nothing more and nothing less. Good luck.

Thanks, great info. Pain wakes me up and walks are never to long.

 

[Monkei]

We just got back from a 6 week RV trip to most of the national parks in Arizona and Utah. It was a 20 caravan Winnebago group. One of the ladies from Rhode Island had both hips replaced 5 weeks before the trip and was able to do all of the caravan including all the walking, etc and hikes without a problem ... I think she is the norm ... good luck.

 

[Calman]

Golfing fanatic friend of mine had a hip replacement done aound '92. He was in his early 60's at the time. 4 months after surgery we were playing a round up in Raleigh and he was firing away on every swing. He turned to me after one great shot and told "If I'd known the surgery was going to knock 4 strokes off my handicap I'd have had it done ten years ago". Trouble was that he was only a 6 handicap before the surgery.

Good luck with your decision and definitely follow the doctor's orders.

Cal

 

[Smoken'JOE]

Thanks Folks.....find out today at 2pm

 

[Jimsjinx]

When I was a young paramedic, in school, I had to watch a total hip replacement. Very interesting to watch. Although I thought this guy was gonna have a LOOONG recovery from what I witnessed, he was up and loving it in just days! Other than the surery pain, he was enjoying total relief from the usual pain. Prayers for a quick heal-up, and best wishes all around! jimsjinx

 

[ejjr]

Not from personal experience Joe but I'm told to get a surgeon who has done "lots" of hip surgeries. Even if you have to travel to get to the very best surgeon, do it. Best of luck Joe.

 

[Smoken'JOE]

Not from personal experience Joe but I'm told to get a surgeon who has done "lots" of hip surgeries. Even if you have to travel to get to the very best surgeon, do it. Best of luck Joe.

That's all this Dr does. I have talked with others that have heard of his work and come highly recommended.