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I fractured my hip 6 months ago, the doctor had said it has fully healed. i am now exercising and pain is coming back? is this normal?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: Not normal. It could just represent a soreness from return to exercise and the muscular pain that may occur; but theoretically could represent a complication from your fracture such as avascular necrosis. I would make sure your surgeon is aware.

Answered 2/24/2016

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A member asked:

I fractured my hip 6 months ago, the doctor had said it has fully healed. i am now exercising and pain is coming back? is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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