Advice on questions to ask consultant after hip op

anxioussarah

Hi

I've got my 6 week post hip op appt with consultant on Tuesday

Going to ask him when I can go to swimming pool & try cycling

Any other questions to ask?

Thanks

annabanana

Hi @anxioussarah , What you should ask your doctor varies from person to person; it is all about identifying the areas that you need support in, addressing that, and then trying to find a solution ☺️. This link may be useful; it is not specifically for post-op, however, I believe the content to be incredibly useful for planning what to say at any form of appointment:

https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2023/june/how-can-i-prepare-for-a-doctor-s-appointment-if-i-have-arthritis/

Also, you may find this link interesting, as it discusses exercise after surgery and may give an idea of what your consultant may say. Please do keep us updated on how your consult goes, best of luck!

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/your-experiences/your-questions-answered/your-questions-on-surgery-and-arthritis/

Nurina

It's not like consultants are too helpful. They check your scar and your pain. The rest of issues are more for the physiotherapist. I'd ask about sleeping on your back or if you can start pushing the 90 degrees rule