hip pain

VGi
VGi Member Posts: 1
edited 2. May 2025, 11:00 in Hints and Tips

Hello there to you all,

I just found this website today after reaching the end of my rope (almost) finding out about potentially another year before i get my hip replacement On NHS. The last 6 months have been a rapid progression in pain and although i keep as active as possible (bit of walking/cycling/swimming) the movement on the joint is very restricted. I take meds when necessary- Naproxen/co-codomol/lidocane patches/ice therapy/ but nothing really helps. Today i went and bought in desperation some good quality fish oils and turmeric extract (££), although i watch my diet and avoid the nightshades. Really just interested if anyone could recommend good experiences with alternative therapy,other medical drugs etc etc. Feeling alone, moany and really down emotionally- even though the sun's shining for the first time this year up in my neck of the woods!. Thanks in advance for any advice, V

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  • Trish9556
    Trish9556 Member Posts: 856

    Hi @VGi

    Have you tried a tens machine? I swear by mine and used them for at least 20 years. That's 2 machines, both the same brand so although they're not cheap to buy, they do last a very long time. Mine is an own brand by that faithful footwear company that is not shoes 😂

    I use their wired version that takes 3 x AAA batteries that last a long time. It has three options, TENS, Massage and one that i never used and can't remember lol. Each has more than one option for power. The pads are easily purchased in bulk off any online selling shop, cheaper than buying in the shop. I store mine in an I-Phone sized cross body bag which I can use to put the machine in when i'm wired up. On bad days I just keep it on and switch the machine on as and when I need to.

    I had my THR on the right side last May and the best thing I ever did. If you are in England, you do have the right to choose which hospital you have your surgery in using NHS Choices. Speak to your GP/Physio. I think their default is just your local hospital but that's not the best option in most cases. I was lucky enough to be referred to my local private hospital, paid for by the NHS, by my lovely physio.

    Good luck and there are a lot of people here that are either waiting for surgery or have had surgery who are all too willing to answer those silly questions.

    Trish xx

  • cocoa
    cocoa Member Posts: 17

    @ VGi my hip replacement is scheduled fir beg july and it can’t come soon enuf now . Tried co codamol etc ( bad side effects)but in the end am back to paracetamol and exercises twice a day and just do what I can . Groin pains started three years ago but git lit worse last July when was referred to hospital 1 year wait . Also take honey with turmeric but as arthritis pain very up snd diwn don’t know if helps . Dint waste money in expensive fixes they don’t wirk !! Keep in touch good weather helps !!

    Coco

  • PastiePete
    PastiePete Member Posts: 2

    Hi I’m new in here. Just discovered this site. My full hip replacement has been scheduled for the beginning of July having been waiting over a year now. The pain is terrible and naproxen no longer works as there is no inflammation just bone on bone. Paracetamol etc not touching it and my hip constantly gives way when I walk. Any tips to keep me going for the last 2 months please.

  • noddingtonpete
    noddingtonpete Moderator Posts: 1,401

    Hello @PastiePete and welcome to the Online Community forum, we are a friendly and supportive group and I hope that will be your experience as well.

    You could try going back to your GP and asking for some stronger pain meds, e.g. co-codamol which is codeine with paracetamol, but always check with your GP/Consultant to make sure it is compatible with other meds. Also have a look at the following from our website

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

    and

    https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2021/november/ways-to-help-manage-hip-pain/

    Hope you find something that helps, please let us know how you get on.

    Regards

    Peter

    Need more help? - call our Helpline on0800 5200 520Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm

  • PastiePete
    PastiePete Member Posts: 2

    Thanks Peter.

    I contacted my GP today about stronger pain relief but sadly anything stronger than paracetamol would affect my kidney function apparently so I guess I’ll need to put up with it until my op in July. Thanks for taking the time to message me.

    Pete

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