Post Op Depression

Karen27

Hello, I was lucky enough to get a hip replacement 3 weeks ago. Recovering well - moving well, but experiencing very low mood. I’m usually a 7 out of 10 person mood wise. Struggling at 2 or 3. Has anyone else experienced this? It feels so overwhelming at times. Thanks, Karen

noddingtonpete

Hello @Karen27 and welcome to the Community. We are a friendly and supportive group and I hope that will be your experience as well.

I understand that you have had a hip replacement but now experiencing a low mood. You are among friends here and some of them will have had hip replacements so can share their thoughts with you. In the meantime have a look through the following:

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

and

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/managing-symptoms/emotional-wellbeing/

Hang in there and I am sure it will get better and that you will soon be enjoying the benefits of the new hip.

With best wishes,

Peter (moderator)

Karen27

Hello Peter

thank you very much for this - I appreciate your quick reply and will have a look at the links you sent. It’s given me a boost already. Karen