Hello - Waiting for a new hip

Llolly999

Hi I’m a newbie and have just found d this site. I’m due a new hip in June after a 2+ years wait. I’d love to know any tips about post op.

chrisb

Hi @Llolly999  

Welcome to the versus arthritis forum. 

You have an imminent hip operation and would like to hear from any forum members who can offer any advice to aid your recovery. 

Well you’ve come to the right place to ask for input as there are many here who have undergone this procedure. 

Whilst you await some feedback, I hope you find this link useful:

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/treatments/surgery/hip-replacement-surgery/

 

This link is to a recent forum dialogue:

https://community.versusarthritis.org/discussion/59775/hip-replacement

 

I hope that your operation goes smoothly and that you find joining the forum very useful in helping with your recovery. 

Best Wishes

ChrisB (Moderator)

frogmorton

Hi @Llolly999

I'm so pleased for you that your wait is nearly over.

THIS is the thread you need to read by @RogerBill but with plenty of other people chipping in:

https://community.versusarthritis.org/discussion/55224/hip-replacement-tips

I hope you let us know how you get on

Toni x