Hip replacement

Annmarie_steele51

I'm waiting on a hip replacement they won't let me see a surgeon until I meet their BMI requirements I have lost 9 stone and im now struggling to walk and shower I'm scared I'm going to loss my job

anneb82

Hi @Annmarie_steele51

Welcome to the online community and thank you for joining us.

So you are waiting for a hip replacement however they will not let you see a surgeon until you meet their BMI requirements. You have lost 9 stone but you are now struggling to walk and shower. You are scared that you will lose your job.

Im so sorry that you have been going through this. Who is saying that they wont let you see a surgeon? Im pretty sure that they aren't allowed to do that, regardless of how much you weigh. Well done for losing as much weight that you have and surely that would show your commitment to helping yourself. I have to be honest, what you have told us so far makes me want to ask a lot more questions. I dont believe whoever is keeping you from seeing a surgeon is doing the right thing. You should still be able to see a surgeon whatever you weigh, and then work with the surgeon on what they require to go ahead with any surgery. At least thats my experience.

Im attaching our helpline details because I think you would be best off speaking to someone so that we are able to give you the best advice possible.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/get-help/

They are open Monday to Friday.

Ive also included some information on managing your pain as there maybe information there that can help you while you are having to wait.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/managing-symptoms/managing-your-pain/

Please do let us know how you are getting on and please do give the helpline a call if youre able to.

Take care

Anne (Moderator)