Question 1

i am 49  and had a total hip replacement on r side 9 weeks ago. i am having lower back spasms that are really bothering me. never had them before.

Accepted Answer

Change in gait: Following total hip replacement lower back pain may be the result of an alteration in your gait, a change in leg length, new exercise routine or a secondary injury to your back. If it persists let your doctor know. Often some simple changes in exercise, added pt, and/or orthotics can make a difference.

Question 2

total hip replacement failure rate?

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Low: Patient factors, implant factors, and surgeon factors all contribute to the longevity of hip replacements.  Based on european registry data, greater that 85% of hip  replacements will still be functioning well 15 years after implantation.

Question 3

is the total hip replacement a risky thing to do?

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Not too Risky: There are some risks and these should be discussed with your surgeon. But in general the risks are low and the benefits for the right patient are significant.

Question 4

total hip replacement.   how long for recuperating?

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Varies: It varies a lot based upon the patient and also the technique used.  Most patients are doing well by 2-6 weeks, but you can improve even to 6 months after surgery.

Question 5

what is involved in recovery from? a total hip replacement?

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Rest: More of the hip replacement is about time and healing. There are certainly hip precautions and learning how to take care of the hip, therapy to be able to get in/out if bed, and general strengthening and conditioning to return to activity. However, it is more about resting and allowing the surgery to heal than anythig else.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: total hip replacement?

Accepted Answer

THA: Replacement of hip ball and socket...Or femoral head and acetabulum.

Question 7

why might someone have pain in their back after a total hip replacement?

Accepted Answer

Ligament strain: Low back pain post-hip arthroplasty might represent ligament strain on pelvis joints; sacroiliac joints are largest joints in axial spine. Post-op soft tissue injury or leg length inequality might explain. The only study able to define leg length inequality is imaging scannogram. If your Orthopedist discounts your discomfort, then see an Osteopath. Solution might simply be a one-side heel lift.

Question 8

what restrictions will i have after a total hip replacement?

Accepted Answer

Hip restrictions: Depending on the surgical technique, there may be restrictions with positions of sitting, twisting, turning, and crossing legs; however, with anterior replacement techniques, there may be no restrictions.

Question 9

what are potential consequences from stalling total hip replacement surgery?

Accepted Answer

Continued pain: You will just have to live with the pain that the joint replacement surgery is meant to alleviate.  You may also start to alter your gait and cause other problems with your knee, feet, back, etc.

Question 10

could i return to school after a total hip replacement?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most people after hip replacement can return to an active, healthy lifestyle that includes exercise.

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