Total hip replacement tomorrow...

Clarets4me · Post by **Clarets4me** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:32 pm

After some years of increasing gip with my arthritic hips, I'm due for the first of my hip replacements tomorrow morning ... a legacy of 20 years of scrums, lineouts, and general mayhem on the Rugby pitch . If I'd known then what it would entail in later life, I wouldn't have changed a thing .... my oldest & closest friends all date back to then, and had some great times ...

Starting to feel a little apprehensive now, despite outward bravado !! Mrs Clarets4me fussing round packing pyjamas, toiletry bag, reading material etc ...

Anybody else had it done or friends, relatives etc ?? I'd welcome some reassuring words at this point !!

mkmel · Post by **mkmel** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:34 pm

Wish you good luck and hope all goes well for you

Steve1956 · Post by **Steve1956** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:37 pm

Good luck buddy,with the way the NHS is these days,you will be discharged a couple of hours after its been done.

cockneyclaret · Post by **cockneyclaret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:44 pm

Mum had a double (not at the same time) but was literally on her feet after a week or so.. they really try to push you to stay active!
One other thing she swears by is getting into yoga and Pilates (not a manly thing to do, but it has helped like nothing)

beddie · Post by **beddie** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:46 pm

I had a knee replacement and my friend had a hip replacement. You're bound to be apprehensive, that's natural. You will be fine and eventually wished you'd had it done earlier. I say this often but listen to what the professionals tell you in regard to the excercises and rehabilitation, that's the important bit. Good luck with it, it will be well worth it.

Claret Till I Die · Post by **Claret Till I Die** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:46 pm

My dad has had 5 hip replacements done and the difference in aftercare from the first to the last is amazing. You'll be up and about by Tuesday morning so don't worry and relax..

Clarets4me · Post by **Clarets4me** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:48 pm

cockneyclaret wrote:Mum had a double (not at the same time) but was literally on her feet after a week or so.. they really try to push you to stay active!
One other thing she swears by is getting into yoga and Pilates (not a manly thing to do, but it has helped like nothing)

Mate, I'd walk down St James' St in a Rovers Top Hat singing " I've got a lovely bunch of coconuts " at the top of my voice if I thought it would aid recovery !! Thanks, and hope your Mum's doing well !!

SurreyClaret · Post by **SurreyClaret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:50 pm

My mum's had 8 or 9 replacements done since her first one in her 20's. They are pretty routine theses days, especially if it's your first one as there is plenty of bone there to attach the new hip to. You are now up and walking within a couple of days, and home within a couple of weeks.

Good luck, and a speedy recovery Clarets4me!

Surrey

The Enclosure · Post by **The Enclosure** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:53 pm

Best wishes ...i know loads of people had it done some had both done ...it is a very routine op now and you will be up and about within a week..You may not be ready for the first 15 by then but will not be too long.

Bin Ont Turf · Post by **Bin Ont Turf** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 12:54 pm

Good luck Claret brother.

You'll be reyt.

Grumps · Post by **Grumps** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:02 pm

SurreyClaret wrote:My mum's had 8 or 9 replacements done since her first one in her 20's. They are pretty routine theses days, especially if it's your first one as there is plenty of bone there to attach the new hip to. You are now up and walking within a couple of days, and home within a couple of weeks.

Good luck, and a speedy recovery Clarets4me!

Surrey

The last two people I know had ops were up the same day and home in 3 days... Both over 80 as well so doubt you'll be in for long

IanMcL · Post by **IanMcL** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:06 pm

Have a pain free, easy ok and recovery....can you play midfield?

Paul Waine · Post by **Paul Waine** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:06 pm

Hi Clarets4me, my Dad had hip replacement - after many years of struggling - when he was 81, if memory serves. Gave him several more good years. My brother had one of his done, 50(ish) - he's been back running again for more than 10 years.

Good luck. As above, no reason why it's not "routine."

martintheaker · Post by **martintheaker** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:07 pm

Clarets4me wrote:After some years of increasing gip with my arthritic hips, I'm due for the first of my hip replacements tomorrow morning ... a legacy of 20 years of scrums, lineouts, and general mayhem on the Rugby pitch . If I'd known then what it would entail in later life, I wouldn't have changed a thing .... my oldest & closest friends all date back to then, and had some great times ...

Starting to feel a little apprehensive now, despite outward bravado !! Mrs Clarets4me fussing round packing pyjamas, toiletry bag, reading material etc ...

Anybody else had it done or friends, relatives etc ?? I'd welcome some reassuring words at this point !!

Easily the best operation in terms of pain, recovery and improvement to quality of life. Had my hip done 7 years ago along with both ankles, total shoulder replacement and a rebuild of my elbow.

The first 3 months are the most trying in terms of not over doing things. Got to be careful not to cross your legs and make sure you sleep on your back with a big pillow between your knees.

All the best with the op.

SurreyClaret · Post by **SurreyClaret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:07 pm

I think my mum's last one was more complex as it was the 6th or 7th on the same hip, maybe that's why she was in longer? Home in 3 days is amazing tbh.

Whitgord · Post by **Whitgord** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:13 pm

Had mine done 7 years ago. They won’t let you home till you can get up and down a flight of stairs. This should be within a few days. They will make you put weight on it within first day or so. I needed crutches for about 4 weeks and was able to drive after 6 weeks. I don’t regret it for a moment as the joint itself is now pain free. As said above, do follow their physio guidelines carefully. I was a bit too cautious in the early months and now have some muscle pain around the top of that thigh which I would not have if I had got moving a bit quicker. You won’t regret it but be prepared for some pretty strong pain initially. Pain killers are a must at the start. Hope this helps.

Clarets4me · Post by **Clarets4me** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:14 pm

IanMcL wrote:Have a pain free, easy ok and recovery....can you play midfield?

Funny you should say that, Ian, but Simon Morris, the Claret's Doctor is an old friend from the Rugby days & it was he who told me to go and get some X-rays about 18 months ago when I saw him at a Rugby lunch ...

As for midfield, I fear not, as I more resemble Neil Ruddock's larger older brother !!

FactualFrank · Post by **FactualFrank** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:19 pm

Whitgord wrote:Had mine done 7 years ago. They won’t let you home till you can get up and down a flight of stairs. This should be within a few days. They will make you put weight on it within first day or so. I needed crutches for about 4 weeks and was able to drive after 6 weeks. I don’t regret it for a moment as the joint itself is now pain free. As said above, do follow their physio guidelines carefully. I was a bit too cautious in the early months and now have some muscle pain around the top of that thigh which I would not have if I had got moving a bit quicker. You won’t regret it but be prepared for some pretty strong pain initially. Pain killers are a must at the start. Hope this helps.

Is it literally like you hadn't had it done? Or are there any signs such as pain that remind you you've had a replacement?

piston broke · Post by **piston broke** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:25 pm

No advice but best wishes. Routine seems to be the keyword above.

IanMcL · Post by **IanMcL** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:32 pm

Clarets4me wrote:Funny you should say that, Ian, but Simon Morris, the Claret's Doctor is an old friend from the Rugby days & it was he who told me to go and get some X-rays about 18 months ago when I saw him at a Rugby lunch ...

As for midfield, I fear not, as I more resemble Neil Ruddock's larger older brother !!

Centre back it is then!
Good luck

cockneyclaret · Post by **cockneyclaret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:36 pm

Clarets4me wrote:Mate, I'd walk down St James' St in a Rovers Top Hat singing " I've got a lovely bunch of coconuts " at the top of my voice if I thought it would aid recovery !! Thanks, and hope your Mum's doing well !!

You'll be fine mate, sore but a month down the road you'll be playing scrum half again

And thanks she's doing good

Whitgord · Post by **Whitgord** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 1:39 pm

Factual: Before I had it done I had to lift my leg into the car and was taking 8 ibuprofen/naproxen a day. Now I don’t take any painkillers and can walk 5 miles or cycle 25 miles no problem. (I was only early 50s when I had it done). Like I said I still have some muscle pain but that’s because I was scared to get it moving too much in the first 3-6 months. I was told to avoid impact on it so I don’t, for example, jump off heights any more. Also I had to stop playing badminton just to protect the new joint. After all I want it to last maybe 30 years.

FactualFrank · Post by **FactualFrank** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 2:07 pm

Whitgord wrote:Factual: Before I had it done I had to lift my leg into the car and was taking 8 ibuprofen/naproxen a day. Now I don’t take any painkillers and can walk 5 miles or cycle 25 miles no problem. (I was only early 50s when I had it done). Like I said I still have some muscle pain but that’s because I was scared to get it moving too much in the first 3-6 months. I was told to avoid impact on it so I don’t, for example, jump off heights any more. Also I had to stop playing badminton just to protect the new joint. After all I want it to last maybe 30 years.

That's why I'm surprised somebody said they go running! As I assumed weight bearing exercises would have to be kept to a minimum. And I thought they only lasted 10 years, so 30 years sounds good to me.

Claretto · Post by **Claretto** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 2:28 pm

...thought this was another Jon Walters post when I read the title...

claretfern · Post by **claretfern** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 3:01 pm

Best wishes Clarets4me. Knew you were going soon. I see an orthopaedic surgeon on 1st October to start my journey re my hips. I am also of the understanding that it is a routine op and they have you up and about as soon as.

mill hill claret · Post by **mill hill claret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 3:26 pm

good luck ...two lads at work have both had hip replacements lately and they haven't looked back since

Longsider · Post by **Longsider** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 3:32 pm

My mother has had a new hip and two new knees. She can walk now pain free. Went up Pendle the other week and regularly does 10 miles along the side of the canal. Biggest piece of advice is you MUST do the rehab exercises. They will hurt but if you don't you won't get the maximum mobility . Stick at it and good luck.

ClaretPope · Post by **ClaretPope** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 4:13 pm

Whitgord wrote:Had mine done 7 years ago. They won’t let you home till you can get up and down a flight of stairs. This should be within a few days. They will make you put weight on it within first day or so. I needed crutches for about 4 weeks and was able to drive after 6 weeks. I don’t regret it for a moment as the joint itself is now pain free. As said above, do follow their physio guidelines carefully. I was a bit too cautious in the early months and now have some muscle pain around the top of that thigh which I would not have if I had got moving a bit quicker. You won’t regret it but be prepared for some pretty strong pain initially. Pain killers are a must at the start. Hope this helps.

Good advice. Mine is now seven years old - titanium and ceramic. Very little pain after the op, sent home after 3 days with only aspirin and paracetamol. Absolutely vital to follow closely all the instructions from the surgeon and physiology. I was out and about on elbow crutches as soon as I got home and followed the exercise regime recommended. Also took the advice of a siesta in the afternoon. Had to miss a couple of home matches.

ClaretPope · Post by **ClaretPope** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 4:14 pm

Physiotherapist not physiology

biggles · Post by **biggles** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 4:33 pm

good luck, fella. hope it all goes well for you.

NRC · Post by **NRC** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 4:42 pm

Bloke in the same spin class as me has two new hips and a new knee. Hard work keeping up with him!

On the other hand I’m convinced I need a new hip, but my surgeon, perhaps the top in the region, says not, and has referred me to a sports specialist for possible bone shaving

Rileybobs · Post by **Rileybobs** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 4:54 pm

Blackburnclaret wrote:good luck ...two lads at work have both had hip replacements lately and they haven't looked back since

That’s an unfortunate consequence.

jjclaret · Post by **jjclaret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 5:16 pm

Hi Clarets4me, I can't comment from experience of your particular procedure but having had by pass surgery I can relate to your feelings of apprehension but can also tell you, from experience, that whilst your apprehension is normal it is not necessary. Best advice, as already stated, listen to the professionals, push yourself hard and before you know it you'll be wondering what all the fuss was about.
Good Luck

Clevedon Claret · Post by **Clevedon Claret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 7:19 pm

Good luck tomorrow Clarets4me.

My neighbour had his hip replaced 6 weeks ago tomorrow and is driving again now.

You will be back on The Turf in no time.
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bfcjg · Post by **bfcjg** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 7:33 pm

Good luck. Woman at work had it done a couple of years ago,now pain free back to work after two months . As alluded to do the physio and take the pain killers.

Noblelight · Post by **Noblelight** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 7:48 pm

Good luck tomorrow hope you are up and about as soon as possible
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Whitgord · Post by **Whitgord** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 8:04 pm

When they talk about lifespans of these replacements, the problem is that they have not been doing the ceramic on ceramic for more than about 15? years. They therefore can’t say for certain how long they expect them to last e.g. 15 years for now but this will go up as people have them for longer (hope that makes sense). The metal on metal ones are unpopular now due to reports of very small metal shavings wearing off over time. Apparently the ceramic ones are much more resilient. Hope it all goes really well and you don’t look back but are soon feeling the benefits.

FactualFrank · Post by **FactualFrank** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 8:11 pm

The best of luck Clarets4me and please bump the thread when you have some feedback on how it all went.

Ask for the waiting room to show ITV as Tennable and The Chase are pretty good programmes!

HunterST_BFC · Post by **HunterST_BFC** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 8:15 pm

All the best for your op' & a speedy recovery!
Don't forget ear plugs so you can sleep in hospital.

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:00 pm

Clarets4me wrote:After some years of increasing gip with my arthritic hips, I'm due for the first of my hip replacements tomorrow morning ... a legacy of 20 years of scrums, lineouts, and general mayhem on the Rugby pitch . If I'd known then what it would entail in later life, I wouldn't have changed a thing .... my oldest & closest friends all date back to then, and had some great times ...

Starting to feel a little apprehensive now, despite outward bravado !! Mrs Clarets4me fussing round packing pyjamas, toiletry bag, reading material etc ...

Anybody else had it done or friends, relatives etc ?? I'd welcome some reassuring words at this point !!

My brother had his done last Monday - got a call at 9:30 offering him a cancellation and had it done in the afternoon. He was home by Thursday and I've been to see him today and he's doing really well.

Advice is to do as asked, not too much and not too little, and take the pain killers. Good luck with it, you'll soon be getting the benefit.

Clarets4me · Post by **Clarets4me** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:08 pm

Thanks to one and all for their experiences and good wishes !
I shall sleep easier, and follow the rehab instructions to the letter !!

UTC !!

Sutton-Claret · Post by **Sutton-Claret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:22 pm

From an Engineering perspective.... I'm currently working for Depuy in Leeds who are among the largest providers of hip replacement stems / cups and liners. The amount of effort that goes into designing and testing these things is unbelievable - even compared to my previous industries such as nuclear warhead handling systems and specific areas of fighting vehicles. The material grades / manufacturing precision / regulatory redtape / costs is mindblowing. Been to several cadaver labs where surgeons test the new technology on specimens - the professionalism and attention to detail just gives me a warm feeling inside that I would have nothing to worry about if and when I need the operation

tim_noone · Post by **tim_noone** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:25 pm

As above Chris all the best.....your humour will get you through it. Tim noone the Loone from Troon.ATB.

Clarets4me · Post by **Clarets4me** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:29 pm

tim_noone wrote:As above Chris all the best.....your humour will get you through it. Tim noone the Loone from Troon.ATB.

Cheers Tim, give my best wishes to Peter and Arthur when you see them !!

tim_noone · Post by **tim_noone** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:34 pm

Clarets4me wrote:Cheers Tim, give my best wishes to Peter and Arthur when you see them !!

To be mentioned along side a nuclear war head post...42 is pretty impressive. Best wishes forwarded

AngleseyClaret · Post by **AngleseyClaret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:59 pm

Hi Tim, had both done now 6 years ago and 6 months ago, nothing to worry about at all, after all the pain you will be a pain free guy tomorrow. I can do anything now, no pain, no limp. Wishing you all the best and this time tomorrow you will wonder what all the fuss was about.

CnBtruntru · Post by **CnBtruntru** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 10:03 pm

I had a knee done 4 years ago and same a guy around 60 who was well into running all his life had his hip done, he was told he would be 4 nights in hospital, the day after his op he got up and into the chair at the side of the bed and he went home on the 4th day so he only spent 3 nights in hospital, it is up to you how long it takes to be walking again but it helps to have the correct mental state and do all your exercises as instructed even though it will hurt at times, good luck .

ALP · Post by **ALP** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 10:07 pm

Good luck, I had a knee done 8 years ago, do exactly what your medical team tell you and you'll be absolutely fine. All the very best, ALP

ontario claret · Post by **ontario claret** » Sun Aug 05, 2018 10:37 pm

Good luck. Do what ALP says. Your Claret family stands behind you.

tim_noone · Post by **tim_noone** » Fri Aug 10, 2018 2:22 pm

Hi Chris.... Have you got the hoola hoop out doing the hippy hippy shake?