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I must have left hip replaced. but must lose 30+lbs. the pain is exponentially worse, w/swelling of groin & hip, horrible popping and incontinence. i cant walk with out at least walker-mostly wheelchair. surgeon wont see me till i lose. is this ok?

Q: i must have left hip replaced. but must lose 30+lbs. the pain is exponentially worse, w/swelling of groin & hip, horrible popping and incontinence. i cant walk with out at least walker-mostly wheelchair. surgeon wont see me till i lose. is this ok?

: This is pretty standard. The surgeon doesn't wan the replacement to fail because you are too heavy or too non-compliant with rehab to make it a success. You must be a participant in any treatment or it does no good to start it.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

This is pretty standard. The surgeon doesn't wan the replacement to fail because you are too heavy or too non-compliant with rehab to make it a success. You must be a participant in any treatment or it does no good to start it.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/25/2023

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A member asked:

I must have left hip replaced. but must lose 30+lbs. the pain is exponentially worse, w/swelling of groin & hip, horrible popping and incontinence. i cant walk with out at least walker-mostly wheelchair. surgeon wont see me till i lose. is this ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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