I gotta say though the hardest part is a week or two after the surgery. It was the most difficult and painful part of the process and it is very important to have someone there to help you because you can’t do it alone. I constantly moved around with Walker to prevent blood clots. Oh yeah, taking a shower is going to be a challenge and make sure to get the sock puller upper.😊
For me, it is just the first round... I need to do the other hip replacement and wandering how much time it will take to forget the pain and all the incoveniences (for example, it was driving me crazy when I walked with a walker not being able to carry anything from one room to another).
@@interactive9025 , I think I was driving myself after 3 and half weeks but I was in a little pain I think. From what I remember the first 3 weeks was the hardest for me.
@@interactive9025 The suggestions are to use a backpack, put a lot of items such as water, cell phone, and so on where you’re going to sit, and by your bed, or all over your home, if you have to. Have a stool in your kitchen, and kitchen table.
My husband just had a total hip replacement yesterday. He was bone on bone, walked with a cane, then moved to a walker with uncontrolled pain. He walked out of the hospital with a walker and 6 hrs later walks totally unassisted and pain controlled with Tylenol...a total miracle.
I have a friend who was without a walker from the get-go also. I don’t know how!? I was so unsteady the first couple weeks that my husband insisted I played it safe with the walker. Glad your husband is doing great!
Can I ask how old your husband was at time of surgery. Dr wants to do hip replacement on me I'm terrified. I'm 62 and I have bone on bone. Osteoarthritis, torn acl and meniscus in both knees. I have so much pain in moving my n right leg. Hip injection has helped for a couple months. But...I just had foot surgery 6weeks ago and have been no weight bearing so had to depend on my right leg. I'm so frustrated with this foot surgery because I've lost my independence and I'm very depressed. So anything you might know please tell me. I'm not wanting the surgery but if my pain doesn't get better that's what will happen
@@carolynbrowning6194 not sure how old @Marshaferguson3636 husband was? But his recovery sounds amazing! Everyone is so different. But the long-term benefit should make life better. Sending you 🙏🏼 Lmk how it goes.
Thanks for this. I am 4 weeks out from total knee replacement. Looks like either surgery is HARD. My doctor emphasized that full recovery is 12 months and it looks like a similar path for hip replacement. I can see I have made a lot of progress so far, but there is more to go. I remind myself “I can do hard things”.
I can’t express how grateful I am for you and this video! I’m 8 days post-op, left anterior hip replacement. All over TH-cam I kept seeing these stories of super-fast recoveries from anterior hip replacement. I was expecting to be off the walker in less than a week. I wasn’t expecting the thigh pain, the stiffness, and all the rest. I am so grateful to see your slow, steady progress. ❤
I’m so glad my experience helped you. I was also so shocked at how difficult my first 10 days were! Even now, 2-3 years later, I don’t have complete strength and flexibility in that hip, but I’m pain free and can walk without a limp! I’m sure if I did more consistent PT longer, I would be stronger -although my surgeon said that hip may never be 100% like the other. I can live with that!!
Really makes me mad when people say ohhh I was pain free 2 months later I say bullshit. I had to wear diapers 2wks after surgery I live alone couldn't get out of bed in time to pee was terrible
Thank you so much. I read where one guy went home a day after the op THR living on his own. WENT BACK TO WORK THE FOLLOWING WEEK AND WAS DRIVING . Whaaaaat ! 😭
Small world! I didn't know you were having a THR. Hope your recovery goes well -- take it slow and don't overdo it! I'm planning on doing a follow-up video showing what my hip is like 4-5 years later... as soon as I have time! :)
Ten days ago new hip. Couldn’t walk before Pain excruciating. No pain walking easy but bit unsteady. It’s a miracle the difference this has made to my life
Yay!!!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 So happy for you!! Keep up the PT. I wish I had done more for a longer time. I still don’t have full motion and strength 3 years later!
A small tip for people who are having trouble getting in and out of bed and have a hard time using the leg lift strap- I sat at the end of my bed and scooted backwards, using my arms and non-surgical leg to propel myself in small scoots, backwards, into my bed. Then as I scooted back, the bed itself lifted up my surgical leg for me. It was a lifesaver when my caretakers were not present to help put the lifting strap on my foot❤ I figured out how to do it, out of necessity, after my labral repair surgery. And then 13 years later, I practiced doing it before my total hip replacement, to make sure that my shoulders and arms were strong and stable enough to help propel my body backwards onto the bed again. If you are currently pre-surgery, you may want to practice this technique, just in case.
I have a high bed. I haven't had hip surgery yet, neither is it scheduled. But my hip has taken a turn .... to pain. Dr said my xrays show that I'm there, but only when I can't live with pain. I have a step stool and hopefully before I get surgery, I will practice getting into the bed, or actually, I might use a spare bedroom with lower bed. But that was a good suggestion altho my main bed has a footboard. Thanks to all discussing their experiences. I am currently dieting as I really need to loose weight before this ever happens.
@@cruisingal2 If you love your bed, consider removing the footboard before surgery♥️ If your hip gets worse and you cannot tolerate traditional exercise as well, I suggest water physical therapy (or classes if you are near any), especially in a heated pool. It helps keep you moving and active, while taking the strain off your joints. I did it when I broke my other leg, while waiting for my hip replacement surgery. It was so helpful. And good luck with your healing. I hope you find relief soon♥️
This is one of the best videos I’ve seen for post hip surgery. This helps to see your progress and your pain rather than just hear testimonials. Thank you
I am 5 days after my right hip anterior hip replacement just like yours. I absolutely loved the time frame diary. The exercise, muscle massage and outside pt therapy through out the process gives me comfort and hope. I am going on a Christmas holiday ski vacation with my kids and grand kids and I was hoping to do some night skiing in December about 6 and 1/2 months after my operation. I will be working on my PT to the max. Thanks again!
My journey through recovery was very similar to yours. The most joy I experienced was when I was again able to rollover and sleep on the operative hip side. It was like a great burden had been lifted - and it improved sleep.
Oh - being able to roll over and sleep on both sides is stuff fairytales are made of - haha - I'm 6 days post-op - when did that magical night of being able to sleep on both sides happen for you?
@@certainlyitis I started sleeping on both sides immediately. I have had no issues with that at all. I am now 3 weeks post op been driving since day 9 and used walker only 3 days. PT guy said I did better without the cane than with it.... Anterior incision was the best way!!
Thank you for sharing ❤ I’m a 72 year old woman who just found out I’ll eventually need a hip replacement due to arthritis. I’m scared out of my mind! Your video really helped. I’m doing my homework and watching as many recovery videos that I can. I’m single and probably will go into a medical rehab for as many days that I can and get a caregiver for when I get home, plus meals on wheels. Take care, you look great.
Glad my video helped. Yes, get all the help in the beginning that you can. Lots of people do it on their own, but having support and meals removes much of the stress! Wishing you the best in your future procedures. 🙏🏼
Don't be scared. I'm the one above who had so much trouble with my replacement, but I would definitely do it again on my other hip if I have to. I am also alone. There are so many services where I live, and I bet where you live also. Going to a rehab facility will be great. You'll get all your physical therapy, and you will be treated like a queen -- no laundry, cooking, cleaning, vacuuming! What could be better! Just try your best, and don't be scared. I'll be with you in spirit.
Hi Linda! Make sure a Rehab is available for you. From the day one my doc and everyone else were discouraging me saying that it is not easy to get rehab... I had some complications and they kept me 4 days in the hospital. The next morning when I asked how to get my leg up to my bed as I live alone, no one even tried to answer that question. I invented a method that is unique as I could not do it the first night at home... it was really scary. There was no mercy for me living in a big city and having my suegry in a busy hospital. Good luck!
@@interactive9025 I got a Caregiver who is going to stay with me for a week overnight, I’ve had her for three months already going over my APARTMENT and getting it ready, Things are coming along ❤️ Sorry you had that experience. Thank you for the advice.
I can tell how blessed you are having a supportive family. My biggest fear is going through this alone. Have had pain for years and not looking forward to this.
Yes, having help was a big bonus! If you can get a friend or neighbor to help for at least a few hours for a few days, it would be very reassuring for you. Sending 🙏🏼.
That's how I feel now. All medical roads are leading to a left hip replacement for me. I'm independent but it would be nice to have someone by my side whenever I'm scheduled for this operation and a few days afterwards. I will pray to God for his help and peace. Ultimately, I feel positive.
I'm a 71 year old widow who had a replacement last October and can't tell today. No nurse, aide, or anything besides a 2 day visit from my daughter. She was shocked my independence.
I’m 4 days post Op - LTHR (anterior) and came across this video. Thank you for making it. I wish I’d of seen it before my surgery but still find it helpful. I can’t wait to get through all of this :). Cheers to your recovery
Congrats on your new hip. My first couple weeks were rough but it will pass and things will get better. Just focus on how you’ll be walking pain free soon!!!!! 🙌🙌
Thank you for this!!! I am 8 days post op and have been so frustrated with myself because I see all these other people walking without assistance and thinking I should be further along. Reality is everyone recovers at their own pace, but this made me feel so much better!!! Thanks for documenting everything. 😉
Mary Martinez unless you personally know people that have these remarkable recoveries take a grain of salt. Some people just lie their guts out. Mary don't be too hard on yourself. you will get there. today 30/5/23 I'm just over 3 weeks from my hip replacement I'm now moving around without a walker but slowly does it.
I am a month out from a left hip replacement. I am 52. When I was 14, I fractured my pelvis, dislocated and fractured my left hip. I spent months in traction. Here I am, years of pain, PT and Dr visits, I finally found someone to listen! Bone on bone with bone spurs, fluid pockets and extra bone scar growth from my acetabulum. I cannot wait to walk without a pop, click, fear of fall or slip! Thank you so much for your encouragement. Your voice is so calming and reassuring.
I’m so excited for you to have your THR!! It’s amazing how long we can endure with chronic pain :( Sending 🙏🏼that your surgery and recovery is great! LMK how it goes!
Thank you for sharing. I'm 73 and was told in 2019 my hip needed to be replaced. I have osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and my right knee and right shoulder has been replaced. October 9th for the left hip (anterior). I exercise 1 1/2 hours a day 4 days a week. I also walk 4 miles everyday day now (up from 2) that I'm going into surgery. It is so painful. I hope all my work will make recovery easier for me ... and my wife!
What a gift it was to find your video diary this evening. I head in for THA (L) in 5 hours. I cannot wait. It’s been a fairly rapid decline for my hip. I had a TKA (L) in March 2022. I was recovering from that really well. . . until I woke up in late-December with throbbing pain in the left hip, groin pain, just the works. A cortisone injection in January did nothing. Spent March through September in PT. The grating and grinding in the joint grew steadily more pronounced and painful over the course of the year. I’ve managed to stay fairly active with Pilates and occasional walks up until a week ago. Hoping that serves me well. Hoping, too, that this procedure gives me an opportunity to reclaim my life. These last three days pre-op with no NSAIDs have been tough. It is time. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. It is a lovely inspiration.
Hi Kimberly. You should be 1 day post op!!?? I hope surgery went well -- although your pain meds have probably worn off and you're feeling the worst of it now!? LMK how your recovery works out. I hope all the best of you! 🙏🏼
71 yrs old and have dealt with shifting and increasong disabilitis for 7 years. Now 10 days post-op for anterior full left hip replacement. Thank you so muh for this realistic step by step recovery journal!
Thank you, thank you Sherri! I am 77 and had my left hip replaced posterior 14 months ago. My muscles have not recovered even after all the PT and I have been on a walker all this time. I just had my right hip replaced anterior and what a difference. I am way behind you recovery schedule but your success gives me hope.
Wow, interesting to hear you found a difference. I was always told they were both fairly equal methods. I wonder if your left hip didn’t recover that well because you were still having problems with your right hip?? Maybe now that both are new joints, you can be on a solid road to a more complete recovery. I hope so! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thanks for sharing this! I'm 39 and having my total hip replacement on my right side on 5/15. I'm nervous for the recovery but I'm so ready for this pain to be gone!
Congratulations I think it took a lot of Courage to put your experience online and to go through the ordeal of recovering your Mobility I think you performed a great service for anyone considering the surgery. I wish you continued success
Very helpful! Not only the detailed presentation of various exercises, but also the combination with the exact time after the operation. Thanks for your effort, Sherri!
Excellent video. I am now 22 days post op anterior hip replacement. Same day return home from surgery center. Do not rush recovery. Hips heal without much pt. Walk as tolerated, elevate and ice. I slept in a recliner for the first week, then moved to my bed sleeping on my back. Narcotic pain meds for first three days and then Tylenol and Celebrex.. I am now walking without aids and no limp but careful not to push too fast. My age is 78 and this is my second hip replacement. The surgery is major and the body needs time to recover so be patient.
I am 9 days from a total hip replacement and the nerves are really kicking in! Your video was really helpful and gave me a realistic look at what to expect. Thank you! I hope you are still doing well. ;)
Thanks for watching. I’m doing well, 3 1/2 years later. Still walk and sleep with no pain and no limp. Yay! My hip is weaker w/ less flexibility than the other side, and I constantly have to stretch and exercise it to keep it from tightening up, but it’s all worth it for me! Perhaps, if you do stronger physical therapy in the beginning, you can get your muscles and scar tissue all under control, which I apparently didn’t do! Sending 🙏🏼 for a great surgery!
Oh, Sherri, I'm so happy for you, and I thank you so much for sharing your recovery. My surgery is less than a month away, the day after I turn 62. Ive had hip pain for a long time with the last couple years having a lousy effect on my quality of life. I can't wait to walk , shop, take my granddaughters to the zoo- all the things! Thanks for giving me the reassurance it will happen!
Hi Sherri, I very happy with your presentation very informative. Well I had a Right hip 2 years ago which I could ID with your experience as well! As luck would have it I’m having my Left hip total replacement on 9/12/23 I had PT, 3 series of injections started to work. I had a CT scan and it showed that my hip is deteriorating from the inside out and she said it’s would be very bad for the hip to fracture and that would be a very bad day! I just couldn’t handle the Pain Anymore!!!😢
Thank you for this inspiring video. My husband broke his hip (femur) Aug 12,’23 and had a rod and nail placed. Was doing pretty good with therapy but then in October he fell off an electric scooter onto the same hip cracking his acetabulum. 4 Trauma doctors decided against any surgery hoping that 12 weeks of non weight bearing would “heal” the socket/acetabulum. 10 weeks in he was hardly able to walk at all even with a walker, much less a cane. Fast forward to today - Feb., 9, ‘24 and we have obtained a second opinion from a new Orthopedist, and Total Hip Replacement has been requested by us, agreed upon by the doctor and scheduled for next week, Feb., 16. We PRAY this will be the answer to his EVER walking again. We have all the confidence in our doctor and Faith in God. Congratulations on your journey and continued healing. Thank you for your time.
I have had three hip replacement’s. My hips were not smooth in the joints and we’re making a popping sound when I would bend over and stand back up, and started to ache all the time. So it was double hip resurfacing which gives it a new socket and resurface of the femoral head . Had one done in June 2017 then got that left leg in shape by walking and knew I had to get it ready for the right to be done. Had the right done went great but then rolled over in bed to have my husband rub my leg dipped my knee inward (a no no that after it happened I read it on the hand out of what not to do.before two weeks)and felt a immediate pow from my hip to my foot…next day my husband said it’s swelling. 2am went to bathroom , and stepped with left then right and heard a clunk( had read about clunking on hip devices, then left step then right and it gave way and the device moved and broke my femur and like in slow motion landed on my butt didn’t hit anything on the way down in my mind as I was going down I thought it’s already failing? The device does not have time for bone to grow into it… if it has been a little over a week since surgery. Yell for my husband upstairs and said what happened and said I can’t stand on it… he got the walker in front of me and he said get your good leg ready and got me up lifting me up like a baby….1 1/2 hour drive and I didn’t have pain not from 2am to surgery 11 am next day… he did give me 2 pain pills because he wasn’t sure if I would go into shock, as soon as we got out on the main road I started singing the joy of the Lord is my strength :). We got there and they put in a full hip and I was good. I really didn’t have much pain with hip replacement . My one scar looks good but the one with double surgery is a little puckered but I don’t care I just know they don’t ache. Soon I’m getting a TKR right April 18th and then March 2025 the left and I hear those are more painful but I’m a bit of an anomaly at least one doctor told me that. The one thing my hip doctor told me to do is get out there and move walk to prevent blood clots. I will be bionic kat
@@KittyCat-kx7pl OUCH! You’ve had your share already! Thanks for sharing your story, and 🙏🏼 for your future surgery. My daughter said my scars are cool battle scars 😅
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I have AVN and will be seeing a 2nd surgeon tomorrow (the first one made me nervous). I'm scared but I just can't take this pain anymore. Your story helped me so much. I pray for your continued healing! Bless you!! Your husband is Amazing!
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC VIDEO. I AM HAVING HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY IN 4 DAYS. YOUR VIDEO WAS BOTH GREATLY INFORMATIVE AND COMFORTING. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR TAKING THE TIME TO HELP OTHERS. BLESS YOU AND CONTINUED GOOD HEALTH.
This video came at a perfect time for me. I’ve always had hip dysplasia and now arthritis so I’m getting my hip replacement December 26. I’m 64 years old. Your video really helped me know what to expect and when. Thanks again!
Not sure if you celebrate Christmas, but sounds like you're getting a new hip for the holidays!! Best of luck in your surgery and recovery. 🙏🏼 LMK how it goes for you!!
Finally a video not showing someone running up steps 2 days post surgery. I’m 29 days out from mine and a bit behind your progress due to post-op sciatica. You are a great inspiration. Thanks for a real video about this surgery. I still have front and side thigh muscle tenderness to the touch, it’s very sensitive. Can’t wait for that to be gone! You go girl 💕
Thank you for your comment! That’s why I made this video-I felt like my diagnosis and recovery were different than others I’d seen. . -The nerves and numbness took months for me. -I’m now 27 months post op, and going to a physical therapist next week just to see if I can get a little more strength and range in my hip movement! (The doctor said it may never be 100%)
@@behumble720 I never had actual sciatica stemming from my spine. Just nerve pain at the scar from the surgery trauma. It’s gone now. It’s been 2+ years post surgery and I have no pain unless I exercise certain ways where I still have restricted mobility in that hip joint. I have normal mobility, but can’t quite lift that leg as high or strong as the other during pilates!
I am 51 and just had a very overdue hip replacement. I wish I had seen your fabulous video earlier. It was more informative than the preparation my Dr. had given me. Thank you for sharing!
I am Canadian so I'd imagine some processes are slightly different but I really appreciate this video. I'm having mine done in 20 days, 15 hours and 54 minutes (not that I'm counting). You have given me a realistic view of the aftermath. I don't expect to be off support quickly, and I know my hubs isn't going to let me back in our shop until at least 4 weeks, but I am pleased to see that recovery is doable. Knowing this will make doing the week easier. Thank you for sharing!
I also had a total hip replacement. Had been struggling to walk. Had the replacement on Saturday and out the day after. Had to pay since our nhs waiting list was 12-15months and I had been getting worse. Had been fearful of everything to do with the hospital stay. I think that the last time I was in hospital was when I was 6, so the unknown was scary. But it was painless. Had a sort of epidural but had screen between op and head! Gave me something to relax and enjoyed listening to sinead O'connor! If you are struggling, don't be scared and get it done. Am on to exercises now. Tired but on the mend on crutches.
@@paulwaterworth6795That’s great you’re on the mend! I was knocked out completely for mine. I prefer that although I did faint during recovery when they stood me up and that was scary. Hope you get some reimbursement on the medical at some point. Ouch!
I am from Canada as well. I found our physical therapy is not as good as she received. After 5 weeks they gave me 6 exercises to do and I am still doing them 3 months after. I am going to try some of the ones on the video.
Glad to see this...I am 76 abd starting week 3 after THR surgery...lots of pain and swelling and such frustration. I am a widow so spend the days and nights alone trying to cope with this.. thanks for showing your progress..I can see your happiness!!
I'm having surgery a week from today and appreciate your video. Knowing what I can expect whether it is movement or pain makes it all less daunting. When you showed the problem with shoe tying, I laughed. That's where I am now before surgery. I have had to lift my leg to get into the passenger side of the car for over a year. My husband is more excited than anything else. He says he can't wait to get me back to the way I was. Me, too!
@@SherrisWorld Two weeks down and I'm doing well. I look forward to physical therapy and feeling more secure. Again, thank you for the help your video has been! Regards, Sarahjane
Thank you for this! I am scheduled for my surgery this Oct. 2024. My situation is also complicated and your video was very realistic, informative and helpful. I appreciate the time you took recording this and sharing your experiences. I hope you are still doing well!
Thank you. 3 weeks post surgery and I appreciate your timeline you shared. Gives me a better idea of where my recovery is. Kind of similar, so it helps to see the journey through another’s eyes. Great video,
Thanks so much! I’m 71 and doing anterior left hip replacement Oct 1st. I’m overweight and my knees are almost bone on bone but hopeful that all goes well. Thanks for sharing a realistic view of post opt!
This was so helpful and inspiring. I'm getting total hip replacement in January for bone on bone arthritis. It was so reassuring to see your progress. Thanks for creating the video and posting. Y'all did a great job on it.
Awesome job Sherri!! I just got my left hip done after 3 years of limping and pain from horses and skiing when I was younger. Now at 66 I was bone on bone and the bone was broken down in the ball and socket. So You are awesome! Thank you for this video. I feel way less frustrated and more hopeful that I will get my gait back! Can't wait to go hiking again!! God bless you!!
Thank you for sharing! My daughter is 49 having surgery this month. I am almost 70 and will need surgery soon. Hip dysplasia, labral tears, arthritis. It’s great to see such a good outcome!
@@chevypreps6417 I consider it a success. The pain I had before the surgery is gone. But 6 months out, I still have soreness and struggle some with the new hip. My surgeon said it takes a full year to recover so patience is key. Nope you are doing well!
Thanks for sharing. I just pass my 4 1/2 months. I also had a interior procedure. I was in great shape as a personal trainer going into this and doing the exercises although they weren’t easy I did them religiously like you did. The one thing my surgeon said because it was an interior cut not to bring my knee to my chest. I was just curious if your surgeon had any similar advice. I see that you did that often. Would love to get a response. I live in Los Angeles and I am 69 thank you.
@@ralphmichiel5987I can’t recall about pulling knee to chest but I remember by knees hurting for quite some time. I just followed my handouts and physical therapist. I know there were specific restrictions for anterior THR such as: -Avoid the combined movement of bending your hip and turning in your foot. -You should sleep with a pillow between your legs for 6 weeks. -Avoid crossing your legs and bending your hip past a right angle
Thank you so much for sharing this!! Im 2 weeks away from my 2nd hip replacement ( 20 yrs/opposite leg) and a lot has changed- this looks so much easier than the last time! The anterior approach seems to be the way to go! You look wonderful!
Wishing you all the best for your upcoming surgery. With all the advances in medicine and technology, I hope this one goes a lot easier for you!! LMK how it goes!
This video is so helpful. I had total hip replacement 13 days ago. I'm encouraged by your slow and steady progress. Thank you for taking the time to document your recovery journey and for sharing it with us.
@@ummit989 getting better every day. I had bursitis before the surgery but not now. Still some swelling and tenderness in the leg and foot, and still a little bruising. I will stop my blood thinner tomorrow. I had 9 physical therapy visits at home, and will start outpatient PT next week. The PT really helped me regain muscle strength quickly.
I am 5 days past surgery. Started doing exercises at home yesterday. Using a walker to get around the house and to do some easy walking on the sidewalks. My thigh is still totally numb tho. Did you experience that?
@@AndreaGordon-m4k No numbness at all. No pain sleeping or walking, etc. Once in a while if I unexpectedly jerk my leg or slip a little, I get a sharp pain in the joint. I don’t have complete symmetry in my 2 legs’ strength or flexibility but I possibly could if I worked out more!
I had the anterior total hip replacement in 2020. And I never dreamed it could be so little pain and simple. Walking around the block the day after surgery, and back to work doing construction in 13 days. No PT or rehabilitation. It was amazing. Dealt with leg swelling for about a week. No problem. Just rested the leg upward for awhile for a few days. That was all there was to it.
@@SherrisWorld I think a lot of it has to do with the skill of the surgeon, but if the patient is relatively fit going in, plus the fact that no muscles are cut, makes the Anterior THP little different than having wisdom teeth pulled. For me, that is not an exaggeration.
Wow so glad I came across this video. I am day 5 after surgery and my pain is still not controlled. It got so bad my legs were shaking uncontrollably and wanted to vomit. This has happened 6 times in 3 days. I was trying to be conservative with the medication. I really did myself a disservice and am still trying to get control over the pain. I was told it gets easier after 2 weeks. I certainly hope so . I am 53 and was bone on bone with bone spurs and hip displacement . Your video gave me some hope and others comments .
Hang in there! I just looked over my surgery diary and I had chills my first week and headaches for first couple weeks! Definitely felt progress after 2 weeks… Up and down days of course, so you have to be prepared for that. Just do your PT slow and steady and it will happen. Please do let me know how your progress goes. Sending 🙏🏼
Thank you for your story! I can relate. I'm 63 years old and went several years with terrible left hip pain and lower back pain. I've had five back surgeries and will need another one. I will be having my right hip replaced on May 23rd. Although I am sick of surgery and hospitals, my experience with the anterior hip replacement was great! I think it was because I was very active prior to the surgery, working out three times a week. Of course, as the pain increased, I modified my workouts, but I kept at it. Believe or not, I'm looking forward to get the right hip replaced. My left hip healed very quickly although the outside of my thigh is a little numb and I do have some pain on the left side in the mornings. I was told that it takes about two years for complete healing. My sister who is two years older had both hips and knees replaced in 2020 and 2021. After the first hip replacement, she wasn't healing and it was discovered that her femur broke, so she had a revision which has caused some issues. Falling was not the cause of the break. Apparently she has weak bones and it just happened. Again thank you for your story. It is important to let people know our experiences with this procedure. I think it can lessen fear!
Oh my, it sounds like you and your sister have had more than your share of bone and joint issues! Sending 🙏🏼 for a smooth surgery May 23! Lmk how it goes.
I am 56 years old and I need a total hip replacement. I am bone on bone. I am so gratefull you posted your story. I am so scared of my surgery. My husband had major surgery a few months ago. I am trying to raise the money for my surgery. Our insurance is terrible. Watching this made me tear up. I have scared tears and happy tears. You look amazing walking 6 weeks after surgery. This really has helped me understand what its all about. Thank you!!!
Having hip replacement in a few days. Your video was very, very helpful! My wife studied it as if it were an exam😊. We feel that I'm ready. Thank you again.
How are you making out at this point? I hope that you are doing well. I put a new comment in today given my situation (recent heart attack) so I am looking at 2025 due to the blood thinning meds and other meds that I am and will be on. God Bless.
I just had the surgery today my second hip and you have given me so much inspiration. The insight you provided was simple and easy to understand. I will share with my family in order for them to have a better understanding as I didn’t feel the support on first surgery and not feeling it now. Your husband, is truly the definition of a genuine support system.. it was meant for me to see this video and glad I have a different approach to recovery 💪
@@camilleharrington4874 Congratulations on your new hip. Tell your family that the first 2 weeks are crucial for rest, ice, TLC, and slow but steady physical therapy. I hope they support you 100% through this. Sending 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Just had anterior replacement 2 days ago…still sore and stiff but i use my walker every hour its getting easier every day, not easy…….but easier. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us.
I just saw your video! I had a total hip replacement yesterday. It was so good to watch your videos and learn more stuff that someone who hasn’t it had done. Thanks again!!
Hey Sherri, thank you for your post. I’m 39 headed into my first major surgery ever. It’s a total hip replacement. I’ve had mobility issues for 2 years. The last year I’ve experienced all the symptoms you’ve had. I cannot imagine having these symptoms for 10+yrs. I’ll be going in for the other hip 6 weeks after my first surgery. If my stars are aligned and I have no complications. It’s been a dark 2 years, though I’ll probably never run the distances I’ve gone previously, might not have the same strut, it’s re-assuring to see how you’ve grown into a new reality. Greatly appreciated.
I haven’t had my hip surgery yet, but am so thankful for these patients comments. It’ll be what it is for me and I’m grateful for the comments. Everyone is different……..prayers for all.
This was great to see what day-by-day, week-by-week, and month-by-month is like. It really helped to see how much pain and where it was located. Really helpful video. 😊
This was a very helpful video. I watched it pre surgery. After surgery 1 1\2 weeks ago I am watching it again. Thank you for posting. I am glad you are back to a normal life.
I need a replacement same side, have to loose weight and got blood sugar issues. Thank you for sharing your journey, it’s a big help in so many ways. Hope you are still doing great, GOD Bless you, carry on🙏🏼♥️😍
Dear Sherri, Ohmygosh I am so happy to have found you - a very positive take on the anterior surgery in a sea of hip replacement videos. Though my doctor has put me on the waiting list for a replacement (here in Norway the wait is long🇳🇴), I am still on the fence. I am 69 years of age and I can hardly walk without pain, I’m still able to conduct 3 yoga classes each week (haha, I just omit pigeon pose and a few balancing asanas on the effected side) with little trouble. My fear is not being able to get back to teaching for fear of reduced mobility in a replacement ball socket. I will subscribe to your very lovely channel to see what more you have to impart on this subject that affects so many. So many thanks to you for this rare insight!🙏🏽
Hi Danielle. Glad my video gives you hope. I would think you could go back to yoga (possibly modified) after a full recovery period of your new joint and tissues/muscles, but your doctor can tell you best! The internet does seem to be all over the place on what moves you may need to modify, but in my opinion, it's worth being out of pain and not limping all the time!! I hope your surgery date is sooner than later. I do pilates now and some very gentle yoga. Please do LMK how it goes for you!!
Thank you! I'm 9 days out, very frustrated at the lack of progress. The pain is horrendous in thigh, knee and outside of calf on surgical side. Your journal gives me hope. You did amazingly well!!!!
@@AnnetteS-t6e Yea, I remember feeling worse than I’d expected based on others’ bouncing back so fast!! My diary says…… “DAY 12. Woke up with NO HEADACHE for first time in a week! Hallelujah! First day feeling like I should be feeling!? No headache, energy to walk, exercise, do paperwork… Great day.” …….But even after that, there were good days/bad days… Take it slow. Do your Physical therapy a little bit each day and eventually IT WILL GET BETTER. Hang in there!.
Thank you Sherri. I appreciate you sharing your journey with all of us. Finally I get to see a realistic account of what it’s like to recover from hip surgery. In June I’m having my first hip replacement and the second one will be after I recover. You put my mind at ease and gave me a realistic look at what to expect. I kept looking at videos of people who was walking after 2 days without pain or stiffness. Congratulations on your healing. I enjoyed watching your cat and your husband is so supportive. Beautiful home. Thank you again.
Thank you so much for this video! You're a superstar for doing it. Im having to consider knee replacements. Your video will reinforce the courage, patience and strength needed for a best possible outcome. Thank you!
I'm 3 weeks out and had posterior total right hip surgery. You are doing amazingly well ! I too have it acting super tight and want to avoid bad walking, so this is such a great tutorial for me! Thank you!
Day 10 and feeling so much better. I just watched your entire video and am in tears. So grateful you took the time to share your story. I waited so long to replace my hip and am proud I finally did it. I feel very confident after watching that I will get there too. I have huge support as well. I loved seeing your kitties - mine passed away on New Years Day - she was 21! Thank you again!
Had anterior hip replacement Friday. I’m 54 and continued to exercise and maintain healthy weight leafing up to surgery. I am basically walking unassisted and am going back to work Tuesday. Absolutely changed my life
Hi Sherri, I just wanted to say thank you so much for your video, I'm having hip replacement surgery in two days and your video gave some much needed peace of mind, so thank you!😊
Thank you! I'm 74 and anticipate a right hip replacement in the next few months. This was very helpful in learning more of what to expect. Still nervous but encouraged. Can't continue to live in pain and not being able to walk. ❤
Good luck Susan. I have had both hips replaced, October 2021/September 2022. Surgery is key to restoring joint structure. Physio therapy is 80% of the success. Our bodies are designed to move. I am 64years old and was able to return to downhill skiing 6 months after my last hip replacement. Get the surgery, commit to daily post op PT, keep active and live painfree!
@@HipsterYu Skiing again! That’s amazing. You’re braver than me!! You had both hips done, so are they symmetrical in strength and flexibility? I’m now 3.5 yrs post op on 1 hip and still not as strong on that side. My doctors said I may never be.
@@SherrisWorld Many thanks Sherri for sharing your recovery with 'those who have walked in your shoes'. My adult daughters emboldened my courage, and my passion for skiing stoked the fire. I have been downhill skiing since I was 9 years old. (55years). My legs are now even in length and range of motion. Strength is coming along. As a 'senior', fitness means mobility and smart recreational activities. My physiotherapists suggest that I embrace a 'ski snob' attitude, where participation is in the best ski conditions, best light, a couple hours a session. I have had to give up fitness running. The impact is not recommended for bionic hipsters!
Thank you Sherri for this video and a good dose of reality. I'm 3 weeks out for my surgery after almost 10 years of pain and looking forward to the challenge of returning to some sense of normal. And I agree with Suzie about people walking around 2 days after surgery, although that would be awesome, I don't believe that's the average situation for most folks.
It's incredible what a THR can do for people like you and me. Hope we both enjoy a long, long life for our new hips! Thank you for watching my video :)
Thank you for posting this journey! I am pretty sure I need a hip replacement. I have tried everything up to the cortisone shots, and nothing is working. I was terrified of a hip replacement until I saw this video. You have made me understand the entire process, remembering that everyone's body is different. I am so grateful to you!
Nice and motivational video. My doctor advises me to do THR. I was really scared because of my condition. This video is encouraging and motivational. Your improvement helps the positive vibe in me. Thanks for sharing such an inspirational and motivational video for us.
Thank you for taking the time and effort to document your journey Sherri! ❤ This is super helpful for me as I am considering THR after suffering for 25 years with a bad hip. My challenge would be the post op recovery as I live alone but I am so grateful for many of your followers here who have shared their stories as well. 🙏🏻 Can't wait to live pain free and walk without a limp!
Wow, 25 years is a long time to suffer! I hope you’re able to find friends to take shifts helping you in the beginning-That would be helpful. Wishing you the best. Lmk how it goes! 🙏🏼
Thanks, Sherri for sharing your journy of your THA. I just had one about a week ago. I was told that the surgery went well. Because I had medication around the incision and didn't have a spinal I didn't feel so bad. Getting in and out of the car was quite a fete!!! Because I am obese I've been having a very hard time getting in the bed because at the age of 75, and with little upper body strength, I have to have help. I hate it because I am unable to help myself. When I get inbed, I'm stuck and can't move. My leg is so heavy. I lay in bed and cry most of the night because I'm so uncomfortable. Do you have any suggestions as to how I can make it better physically so that I'm able to get some sleep? I'm about to scream. Now what good would that do? Thank you, and continued success.
@@1948bibi In so sorry to hear about your stressful nights. Not sleeping well is the WORST. Has your doctor given you meds to help you sleep at night without pain? I could not move my leg either… it was so heavy and weak, but with the use of a strap, I could carefully move it to the edge of the bed where I could then grab my walker. And can a friend get a portapotty to put next to the bed so you don’t have far to walk? Do the heel slides and whatever exercises they told you to do. You will get stronger faster with the right therapy. Hang in there. The first few weeks, it was a roller coaster of pain and frustrations, but it will get better!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Just randomly came across your video. Great to see you're doing so well. You have a great husband and family. Best wishes to you all. You are a warrior!❤❤❤
Glad it helped, thanks for watching! My doctors always said to wait as long as I could until it majorly affected my quality of life -- because 1) medical advances were happening all the time and you want to get the best option available when you do it and 2) if they only last 20 years or so, you want to wait it out!
🙂Nice video, I´m a month out of hip replacement surgery. I never knew about the strap and was not told how to sleep, it has been quite the experience. I also made a video and am watching yours to compare. My video is very different but I think we´re both helping other people in different ways😊 I doubt that I will recover totally but as long as I can walk I have to keep SMILING. Never having had a broken bone and not knowing what to expect seemed to be the most scary part of this, I am so happy the operation is done and recovery is happening. Sherri I hope you have recovered fully by now, thanks for sharing this great video. much respect and many SMILES to you and Your family. 🙂🙂🙂
Glad you’re done with surgery and have your new hip. Congratulations! It does get better with time. I am almost 5 years post surgery now and still walk and sleep pain-free which is fantastic. You’re right, my new hip is not as good as my other one as far as flexibility and strength, but I’m OK with that! Take care.
Thank you very much for sharing this video with us 😇.. I have the same problem with both hips joints. And I finally decided to take hips joints replacement. When I saw how you walked at the start of your video, I almost cried 💔 cause am walking exactly the same way now. Oh yeah it's a difficult and painful process, but it's worth it😊 I am 39 years old, and I'm living with pain every single day, you giving me a HOPE ❤. THANKS AGAIN ❤
Thank you for this. I have the same diagnosis as you. It is a very different condition from others. I have found encouragement from your video. I am at the seven week mark and feeling a bit discouraged. The pain is different and the soreness is from the muscles. Your video was a bright light for me. Thank you for sharing. 🎉
@@carolinemontigny9174 Yes I was surprised that there wasn’t this “instant” recovery like others on the internet seemed to have. To be honest, I’m 4.5 years post surgery and still have occasional weakness and sensitivity to sharp movements, but I’m still thrilled with my new hip! I checked my diary and it says at 3+ mos. - walking 2 mi or biking 3-6 daily. Putting on shoe and sock still difficult but doable. Still pain lifting knee to head. New pain in quad groin area-Nerves returning! Feels like pulled muscle. Congrats on your new hip. Keep it moving and stretching every day for the rest of your life. I’ll do a follow up video on mine soon!
I had my hip replaced last December and now I’m walking like I never had a hip replacement. Pain free!😊
Yea!!!!!!!!!!! So happy for you!!! 👍👏🏼🙌 wishing you continued good health!
I gotta say though the hardest part is a week or two after the surgery. It was the most difficult and painful part of the process and it is very important to have someone there to help you because you can’t do it alone. I constantly moved around with Walker to prevent blood clots. Oh yeah, taking a shower is going to be a challenge and make sure to get the sock puller upper.😊
For me, it is just the first round... I need to do the other hip replacement and wandering how much time it will take to forget the pain and all the incoveniences (for example, it was driving me crazy when I walked with a walker not being able to carry anything from one room to another).
@@interactive9025 , I think I was driving myself after 3 and half weeks but I was in a little pain I think. From what I remember the first 3 weeks was the hardest for me.
@@interactive9025 The suggestions are to use a backpack, put a lot of items such as water, cell phone, and so on where you’re going to sit, and by your bed, or all over your home, if you have to. Have a stool in your kitchen, and kitchen table.
My husband just had a total hip replacement yesterday. He was bone on bone, walked with a cane, then moved to a walker with uncontrolled pain. He walked out of the hospital with a walker and 6 hrs later walks totally unassisted and pain controlled with Tylenol...a total miracle.
I have a friend who was without a walker from the get-go also. I don’t know how!? I was so unsteady the first couple weeks that my husband insisted I played it safe with the walker. Glad your husband is doing great!
Can I ask how old your husband was at time of surgery. Dr wants to do hip replacement on me
I'm terrified. I'm 62 and I have bone on bone. Osteoarthritis, torn acl and meniscus in both knees. I have so much pain in moving my n right leg. Hip injection has helped for a couple months. But...I just had foot surgery 6weeks ago and have been no weight bearing so had to depend on my right leg. I'm so frustrated with this foot surgery because I've lost my independence and I'm very depressed. So anything you might know please tell me. I'm not wanting the surgery but if my pain doesn't get better that's what will happen
Holly molly!! This really gives me inspiration. Thank you for sharing this story.
@@carolynbrowning6194 not sure how old @Marshaferguson3636 husband was? But his recovery sounds amazing! Everyone is so different. But the long-term benefit should make life better. Sending you 🙏🏼 Lmk how it goes.
Thanks for this. I am 4 weeks out from total knee replacement. Looks like either surgery is HARD. My doctor emphasized that full recovery is 12 months and it looks like a similar path for hip replacement. I can see I have made a lot of progress so far, but there is more to go. I remind myself “I can do hard things”.
I did my on February 21 on 2024 and am glad I did cause now I can walk anywhere TkGod🙏😊
I’m 8 days postop, left hip anterior too! Little to no pain today, walking comfortably with or without a cane. Feels like a miracle!
That’s terrific. Sounds like you’re recovering faster than me! Keep up the physical therapy as long as you can. Congratulations!
I want to get mine but I’m so scared😢
I have one coming up and I am very nervous about how I will do?
I pray for a successful surgery and a successful recovery 🙏🏻
I can’t express how grateful I am for you and this video! I’m 8 days post-op, left anterior hip replacement. All over TH-cam I kept seeing these stories of super-fast recoveries from anterior hip replacement. I was expecting to be off the walker in less than a week. I wasn’t expecting the thigh pain, the stiffness, and all the rest. I am so grateful to see your slow, steady progress. ❤
I’m so glad my experience helped you. I was also so shocked at how difficult my first 10 days were! Even now, 2-3 years later, I don’t have complete strength and flexibility in that hip, but I’m pain free and can walk without a limp! I’m sure if I did more consistent PT longer, I would be stronger -although my surgeon said that hip may never be 100% like the other. I can live with that!!
Really makes me mad when people say ohhh I was pain free 2 months later I say bullshit. I had to wear diapers 2wks after surgery I live alone couldn't get out of bed in time to pee was terrible
Thank you so much. I read where one guy went home a day after the op THR living on his own. WENT BACK TO WORK THE FOLLOWING WEEK AND WAS DRIVING . Whaaaaat ! 😭
@@annemoretti3173 May I ask then how did you get them on and off if you had no help ? How you eat drink etc?
@@annemoretti3173 How are you doing now?
Too crazy that I came across this! 7 days post op and much more encouraged after watching your journey. Glad to see you doing so well ❤
Small world! I didn't know you were having a THR. Hope your recovery goes well -- take it slow and don't overdo it! I'm planning on doing a follow-up video showing what my hip is like 4-5 years later... as soon as I have time! :)
I have a lot of anxiety for my upcoming total hip replacement surgery. Your video has helped me so much. Thank you.
I'm glad my video helped. You will do great! LMK how it goes!! Sending 🙏🏼
To me, it’s soooo worth it. I’m walking and working enter than I have in years 😂
Ten days ago new hip. Couldn’t walk before Pain excruciating. No pain walking easy but bit unsteady. It’s a miracle the difference this has made to my life
Yay!!!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 So happy for you!! Keep up the PT. I wish I had done more for a longer time. I still don’t have full motion and strength 3 years later!
A small tip for people who are having trouble getting in and out of bed and have a hard time using the leg lift strap-
I sat at the end of my bed and scooted backwards, using my arms and non-surgical leg to propel myself in small scoots, backwards, into my bed. Then as I scooted back, the bed itself lifted up my surgical leg for me. It was a lifesaver when my caretakers were not present to help put the lifting strap on my foot❤
I figured out how to do it, out of necessity, after my labral repair surgery. And then 13 years later, I practiced doing it before my total hip replacement, to make sure that my shoulders and arms were strong and stable enough to help propel my body backwards onto the bed again. If you are currently pre-surgery, you may want to practice this technique, just in case.
I have a high bed. I haven't had hip surgery yet, neither is it scheduled. But my hip has taken a turn .... to pain. Dr said my xrays show that I'm there, but only when I can't live with pain. I have a step stool and hopefully before I get surgery, I will practice getting into the bed, or actually, I might use a spare bedroom with lower bed. But that was a good suggestion altho my main bed has a footboard. Thanks to all discussing their experiences. I am currently dieting as I really need to loose weight before this ever happens.
@@cruisingal2 If you love your bed, consider removing the footboard before surgery♥️ If your hip gets worse and you cannot tolerate traditional exercise as well, I suggest water physical therapy (or classes if you are near any), especially in a heated pool. It helps keep you moving and active, while taking the strain off your joints. I did it when I broke my other leg, while waiting for my hip replacement surgery. It was so helpful. And good luck with your healing. I hope you find relief soon♥️
How did you get out of the bed?
@@Cloud-yo1he The reverse of getting in. I would scoot down to the end of my bed.
Thanks so much for the info!
This is one of the best videos I’ve seen for post hip surgery. This helps to see your progress and your pain rather than just hear testimonials. Thank you
Such a nice comment! I'm glad my video story helps -- Thank you for watching :)
I am 5 days after my right hip anterior hip replacement just like yours. I absolutely loved the time frame diary. The exercise, muscle massage and outside pt therapy through out the process gives me comfort and hope. I am going on a Christmas holiday ski vacation with my kids and grand kids and I was hoping to do some night skiing in December about 6 and 1/2 months after my operation. I will be working on my PT to the max. Thanks again!
Congratulations on your new hip!! Hope your skiing goals work out! You’re braver than me!! 😜🎿⛷️
My journey through recovery was very similar to yours. The most joy I experienced was when I was again able to rollover and sleep on the operative hip side. It was like a great burden had been lifted - and it improved sleep.
Yes!! I love being able to sleep on both sides again!! 🙌🙌🙌
Oh - being able to roll over and sleep on both sides is stuff fairytales are made of - haha - I'm 6 days post-op - when did that magical night of being able to sleep on both sides happen for you?
Oh I don’t remember exactly when and I checked my notes too. Maybe 6 weeks?? Ask your doctor or PT!?
@@certainlyitis I started sleeping on both sides immediately. I have had no issues with that at all. I am now 3 weeks post op been driving since day 9 and used walker only 3 days. PT guy said I did better without the cane than with it.... Anterior incision was the best way!!
How soon did you sleep on your surgical side?
Thank you for sharing ❤ I’m a 72 year old woman who just found out I’ll eventually need a hip replacement due to arthritis. I’m scared out of my mind! Your video really helped. I’m doing my homework and watching as many recovery videos that I can. I’m single and probably will go into a medical rehab for as many days that I can and get a caregiver for when I get home, plus meals on wheels. Take care, you look great.
Glad my video helped. Yes, get all the help in the beginning that you can. Lots of people do it on their own, but having support and meals removes much of the stress! Wishing you the best in your future procedures. 🙏🏼
Don't be scared. I'm the one above who had so much trouble with my replacement, but I would definitely do it again on my other hip if I have to. I am also alone. There are so many services where I live, and I bet where you live also. Going to a rehab facility will be great. You'll get all your physical therapy, and you will be treated like a queen -- no laundry, cooking, cleaning, vacuuming! What could be better! Just try your best, and don't be scared. I'll be with you in spirit.
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Hi Linda! Make sure a Rehab is available for you. From the day one my doc and everyone else were discouraging me saying that it is not easy to get rehab... I had some complications and they kept me 4 days in the hospital. The next morning when I asked how to get my leg up to my bed as I live alone, no one even tried to answer that question. I invented a method that is unique as I could not do it the first night at home... it was really scary. There was no mercy for me living in a big city and having my suegry in a busy hospital. Good luck!
@@interactive9025 I got a Caregiver who is going to stay with me for a week overnight, I’ve had her for three months already
going over my APARTMENT and getting it ready, Things are coming along ❤️ Sorry you had that experience. Thank you for the advice.
I can tell how blessed you are having a supportive family. My biggest fear is going through this alone. Have had pain for years and not looking forward to this.
Yes, having help was a big bonus! If you can get a friend or neighbor to help for at least a few hours for a few days, it would be very reassuring for you. Sending 🙏🏼.
Sorry my friend, I'm in the same predicament.Im having to have to do the same,plus scard too death.
That's how I feel now. All medical roads are leading to a left hip replacement for me. I'm independent but it would be nice to have someone by my side whenever I'm scheduled for this operation and a few days afterwards. I will pray to God for his help and peace. Ultimately, I feel positive.
@@cyn2480 A lot of us in the same boat........no one to call on for some help.........
I'm a 71 year old widow who had a replacement last October and can't tell today. No nurse, aide, or anything besides a 2 day visit from my daughter. She was shocked my independence.
Thank you for posting this video. This a more realistic journey for the average total hip joint replacement patient.
What a supportive husband ❤ we all need someone like that in our lives ❤
I’m 4 days post Op - LTHR (anterior) and came across this video. Thank you for making it. I wish I’d of seen it before my surgery but still find it helpful. I can’t wait to get through all of this :). Cheers to your recovery
Congrats on your new hip. My first couple weeks were rough but it will pass and things will get better. Just focus on how you’ll be walking pain free soon!!!!! 🙌🙌
Thank you for this!!! I am 8 days post op and have been so frustrated with myself because I see all these other people walking without assistance and thinking I should be further along. Reality is everyone recovers at their own pace, but this made me feel so much better!!! Thanks for documenting everything. 😉
You are most welcome! Exactly why I made the video!!!
How are you doing now.........6 months later.?????
Mary Martinez unless you personally know people that have these remarkable recoveries take a grain of salt. Some people just lie their guts out. Mary don't be too hard on yourself. you will get there. today 30/5/23 I'm just over 3 weeks from my hip replacement I'm now moving around without a walker but slowly does it.
I had mine yesterday. I ditched the walker this morning and will be down to 1 in a few weeks
I am a month out from a left hip replacement. I am 52. When I was 14, I fractured my pelvis, dislocated and fractured my left hip. I spent months in traction. Here I am, years of pain, PT and Dr visits, I finally found someone to listen! Bone on bone with bone spurs, fluid pockets and extra bone scar growth from my acetabulum. I cannot wait to walk without a pop, click, fear of fall or slip!
Thank you so much for your encouragement. Your voice is so calming and reassuring.
I’m so excited for you to have your THR!! It’s amazing how long we can endure with chronic pain :( Sending 🙏🏼that your surgery and recovery is great! LMK how it goes!
Thank you for sharing. I'm 73 and was told in 2019 my hip needed to be replaced. I have osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and my right knee and right shoulder has been replaced. October 9th for the left hip (anterior). I exercise 1 1/2 hours a day 4 days a week. I also walk 4 miles everyday day now (up from 2) that I'm going into surgery. It is so painful. I hope all my work will make recovery easier for me ... and my wife!
Sounds like you are working hard to keep your body as strong as possible. Wishing you ALL the best for your surgery and recovery!!
What a gift it was to find your video diary this evening. I head in for THA (L) in 5 hours. I cannot wait. It’s been a fairly rapid decline for my hip. I had a TKA (L) in March 2022. I was recovering from that really well. . . until I woke up in late-December with throbbing pain in the left hip, groin pain, just the works. A cortisone injection in January did nothing. Spent March through September in PT. The grating and grinding in the joint grew steadily more pronounced and painful over the course of the year. I’ve managed to stay fairly active with Pilates and occasional walks up until a week ago. Hoping that serves me well. Hoping, too, that this procedure gives me an opportunity to reclaim my life.
These last three days pre-op with no NSAIDs have been tough. It is time. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. It is a lovely inspiration.
Hi Kimberly. You should be 1 day post op!!?? I hope surgery went well -- although your pain meds have probably worn off and you're feeling the worst of it now!? LMK how your recovery works out. I hope all the best of you! 🙏🏼
I had bi-lateral hip replacements 3 years ago at 59 years old. Best decision ever, love life again!
71 yrs old and have dealt with shifting and increasong disabilitis for 7 years. Now 10 days post-op for anterior full left hip replacement. Thank you so muh for this realistic step by step recovery journal!
You're welcome. Best wishes for a continued successful recovery!
And you too
I love how authentic and honest you are...this will help so many people. The best part is you are out of pain...what an extraordinary gift.
Thank you for watching ... and sharing in my gratitude of this true gift xo
Thank you, thank you Sherri! I am 77 and had my left hip replaced posterior 14 months ago. My muscles have not recovered even after all the PT and I have been on a walker all this time. I just had my right hip replaced anterior and what a difference. I am way behind you recovery schedule but your success gives me hope.
Wow, interesting to hear you found a difference. I was always told they were both fairly equal methods. I wonder if your left hip didn’t recover that well because you were still having problems with your right hip?? Maybe now that both are new joints, you can be on a solid road to a more complete recovery. I hope so! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
That is my dream !
Thanks for sharing this! I'm 39 and having my total hip replacement on my right side on 5/15. I'm nervous for the recovery but I'm so ready for this pain to be gone!
Wishing you all the best for your surgery and recovery. It will be SO WORTH IT!!
@@SherrisWorld thank you so much! I am really looking forward to a light at the end of the tunnel
Sherri I'm so proud of you to endure through this from before to now
Congratulations I think it took a lot of Courage to put your experience online and to go through the ordeal of recovering your Mobility I think you performed a great service for anyone considering the surgery. I wish you continued success
Very helpful! Not only the detailed presentation of various exercises, but also the combination with the exact time after the operation. Thanks for your effort, Sherri!
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video. I am now 22 days post op anterior hip replacement. Same day return home from surgery center. Do not rush recovery. Hips heal without much pt. Walk as tolerated, elevate and ice. I slept in a recliner for the first week, then moved to my bed sleeping on my back. Narcotic pain meds for first three days and then Tylenol and Celebrex.. I am now walking without aids and no limp but careful not to push too fast. My age is 78 and this is my second hip replacement. The surgery is major and the body needs time to recover so be patient.
I am 9 days from a total hip replacement and the nerves are really kicking in! Your video was really helpful and gave me a realistic look at what to expect. Thank you! I hope you are still doing well. ;)
Thanks for watching. I’m doing well, 3 1/2 years later. Still walk and sleep with no pain and no limp. Yay! My hip is weaker w/ less flexibility than the other side, and I constantly have to stretch and exercise it to keep it from tightening up, but it’s all worth it for me! Perhaps, if you do stronger physical therapy in the beginning, you can get your muscles and scar tissue all under control, which I apparently didn’t do! Sending 🙏🏼 for a great surgery!
Oh, Sherri, I'm so happy for you, and I thank you so much for sharing your recovery. My surgery is less than a month away, the day after I turn 62. Ive had hip pain for a long time with the last couple years having a lousy effect on my quality of life. I can't wait to walk , shop, take my granddaughters to the zoo- all the things! Thanks for giving me the reassurance it will happen!
You’re welcome and I wish you all the best for your surgery. You will love it once the recovery part is over!
Hi Sherri, I very happy with your presentation very informative.
Well I had a Right hip 2 years ago which I could ID with your experience as well! As luck would have it I’m having my Left hip total replacement on 9/12/23 I had PT, 3 series of injections started to work. I had a CT scan and it showed that my hip is deteriorating from the inside out and she said it’s would be very bad for the hip to fracture and that would be a very bad day!
I just couldn’t handle the Pain Anymore!!!😢
@@thomaschetney990 Best of luck with your second hip! You’re an old pro at this now :)
Thank you for this inspiring video. My husband broke his hip (femur) Aug 12,’23 and had a rod and nail placed. Was doing pretty good with therapy but then in October he fell off an electric scooter onto the same hip cracking his acetabulum. 4 Trauma doctors decided against any surgery hoping that 12 weeks of non weight bearing would “heal” the socket/acetabulum. 10 weeks in he was hardly able to walk at all even with a walker, much less a cane. Fast forward to today - Feb., 9, ‘24 and we have obtained a second opinion from a new Orthopedist, and Total Hip Replacement has been requested by us, agreed upon by the doctor and scheduled for next week, Feb., 16. We PRAY this will be the answer to his EVER walking again. We have all the confidence in our doctor and Faith in God.
Congratulations on your journey and continued healing. Thank you for your time.
Oh wow! I also hope and pray that the THR works for him. LMK how it goes!
I have had three hip replacement’s. My hips were not smooth in the joints and we’re making a popping sound when I would bend over and stand back up, and started to ache all the time. So it was double hip resurfacing which gives it a new socket and resurface of the femoral head . Had one done in June 2017 then got that left leg in shape by walking and knew I had to get it ready for the right to be done. Had the right done went great but then rolled over in bed to have my husband rub my leg dipped my knee inward (a no no that after it happened I read it on the hand out of what not to do.before two weeks)and felt a immediate pow from my hip to my foot…next day my husband said it’s swelling.
2am went to bathroom , and stepped with left then right and heard a clunk( had read about clunking on hip devices, then left step then right and it gave way and the device moved and broke my femur and like in slow motion landed on my butt didn’t hit anything on the way down in my mind as I was going down I thought it’s already failing? The device does not have time for bone to grow into it… if it has been a little over a week since surgery.
Yell for my husband upstairs and said what happened and said I can’t stand on it… he got the walker in front of me and he said get your good leg ready and got me up lifting me up like a baby….1 1/2 hour drive and I didn’t have pain not from 2am to surgery 11 am next day… he did give me 2 pain pills because he wasn’t sure if I would go into shock, as soon as we got out on the main road I started singing the joy of the Lord is my strength :). We got there and they put in a full hip and I was good. I really didn’t have much pain with hip replacement . My one scar looks good but the one with double surgery is a little puckered but I don’t care I just know they don’t ache.
Soon I’m getting a TKR right April 18th and then March 2025 the left and I hear those are more painful but I’m a bit of an anomaly at least one doctor told me that. The one thing my hip doctor told me to do is get out there and move walk to prevent blood clots. I will be bionic kat
@@KittyCat-kx7pl OUCH! You’ve had your share already! Thanks for sharing your story, and 🙏🏼 for your future surgery. My daughter said my scars are cool battle scars 😅
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I have AVN and will be seeing a 2nd surgeon tomorrow (the first one made me nervous). I'm scared but I just can't take this pain anymore. Your story helped me so much. I pray for your continued healing! Bless you!! Your husband is Amazing!
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC VIDEO. I AM HAVING HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY IN 4 DAYS. YOUR VIDEO WAS BOTH GREATLY INFORMATIVE AND COMFORTING. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR TAKING THE TIME TO HELP OTHERS. BLESS YOU AND CONTINUED GOOD HEALTH.
Wishing you all the best and 🙏🏼 for a great surgery and recovery!! LMK how it goes for you!
This video came at a perfect time for me. I’ve always had hip dysplasia and now arthritis so I’m getting my hip replacement December 26. I’m 64 years old. Your video really helped me know what to expect and when. Thanks again!
Not sure if you celebrate Christmas, but sounds like you're getting a new hip for the holidays!! Best of luck in your surgery and recovery. 🙏🏼 LMK how it goes for you!!
This helped so much. I just got home yesterday from the same type of surgery. The pain is pretty bad. Thank you
Congrats on your new hip!! My first 10 days were rougher than I’d anticipated but it does get better. Hang in there!
Finally a video not showing someone running up steps 2 days post surgery. I’m 29 days out from mine and a bit behind your progress due to post-op sciatica. You are a great inspiration. Thanks for a real video about this surgery. I still have front and side thigh muscle tenderness to the touch, it’s very sensitive. Can’t wait for that to be gone! You go girl 💕
Thank you for your comment! That’s why I made this video-I felt like my diagnosis and recovery were different than others I’d seen. .
-The nerves and numbness took months for me.
-I’m now 27 months post op, and going to a physical therapist next week just to see if I can get a little more strength and range in my hip movement! (The doctor said it may never be 100%)
Hope you are doing better now.How did you deal with sciatica? I'm facing same post Hip replacement
@@behumble720 I never had actual sciatica stemming from my spine. Just nerve pain at the scar from the surgery trauma. It’s gone now. It’s been 2+ years post surgery and I have no pain unless I exercise certain ways where I still have restricted mobility in that hip joint. I have normal mobility, but can’t quite lift that leg as high or strong as the other during pilates!
@@behumble720 It got better over 2 weeks with the help of a heating pad for the sciatica, and an ice pack on the thigh.
@@SherrisWorld thankyou for the kind reply.I Wish and pray for tht soon u will be able to get total normal mobility .
I am 51 and just had a very overdue hip replacement. I wish I had seen your fabulous video earlier. It was more informative than the preparation my Dr. had given me. Thank you for sharing!
@@donnatibedo238 Glad it helped and hope you’re coming along with your recovery! I plan to do a 5-year post-surgery follow-up video soon. Stay tuned.
I am Canadian so I'd imagine some processes are slightly different but I really appreciate this video. I'm having mine done in 20 days, 15 hours and 54 minutes (not that I'm counting). You have given me a realistic view of the aftermath. I don't expect to be off support quickly, and I know my hubs isn't going to let me back in our shop until at least 4 weeks, but I am pleased to see that recovery is doable. Knowing this will make doing the week easier. Thank you for sharing!
Haha your countdown is funny! Can’t wait to hear how your surgery and recovery goes. Wishing you the BEST 🙏🏼🤞🏼🙏🏼
I also had a total hip replacement. Had been struggling to walk. Had the replacement on Saturday and out the day after. Had to pay since our nhs waiting list was 12-15months and I had been getting worse. Had been fearful of everything to do with the hospital stay. I think that the last time I was in hospital was when I was 6, so the unknown was scary. But it was painless. Had a sort of epidural but had screen between op and head! Gave me something to relax and enjoyed listening to sinead O'connor! If you are struggling, don't be scared and get it done. Am on to exercises now. Tired but on the mend on crutches.
@@paulwaterworth6795That’s great you’re on the mend! I was knocked out completely for mine. I prefer that although I did faint during recovery when they stood me up and that was scary. Hope you get some reimbursement on the medical at some point. Ouch!
I am from Canada as well. I found our physical therapy is not as good as she received. After 5 weeks they gave me 6 exercises to do and I am still doing them 3 months after. I am going to try some of the ones on the video.
@@terrimunroe4727 I did some of them and they helped. I'm almost 13 months post-surgery
Glad to see this...I am 76 abd starting week 3 after THR surgery...lots of pain and swelling and such frustration. I am a widow so spend the days and nights alone trying to cope with this.. thanks for showing your progress..I can see your happiness!!
@@lindasimpson814 your progress should start accelerating soon. Keep up your physical therapy slow and steady! Sending you 🙏🏼
I am so grateful that you took the time to do this video. My surgery is in two months, and this will definitely help me prepare in advance.
Glad it helps. Wishing you all the best for your surgery and recovery! LMK how it goes for you!
I'm having surgery a week from today and appreciate your video. Knowing what I can expect whether it is movement or pain makes it all less daunting. When you showed the problem with shoe tying, I laughed. That's where I am now before surgery. I have had to lift my leg to get into the passenger side of the car for over a year. My husband is more excited than anything else. He says he can't wait to get me back to the way I was. Me, too!
I hope all goes well and you are thrilled with your new hip like I am! Best of luck!!
@@SherrisWorld Two weeks down and I'm doing well. I look forward to physical therapy and feeling more secure. Again, thank you for the help your video has been! Regards, Sarahjane
Thank you I am so glad I found this video. I am tall and 63 and put this off for a year. I have a shorter leg . I will recover ❤thank you
Thank you for this! I am scheduled for my surgery this Oct. 2024. My situation is also complicated and your video was very realistic, informative and helpful. I appreciate the time you took recording this and sharing your experiences. I hope you are still doing well!
@@birdcrazy2689 Wishing you the best for your surgery and recovery! 🙏🏼
Thank you. 3 weeks post surgery and I appreciate your timeline you shared. Gives me a better idea of where my recovery is. Kind of similar, so it helps to see the journey through another’s eyes. Great video,
Hope you’re feeling better!! Keep up with the physical therapy for at least a year!! Slow but steady.
Thanks so much! I’m 71 and doing anterior left hip replacement Oct 1st. I’m overweight and my knees are almost bone on bone but hopeful that all goes well. Thanks for sharing a realistic view of post opt!
@@brendaboulais2909 Wishing you all the best for your upcoming surgery!!! 🙏🏼
This was so helpful and inspiring. I'm getting total hip replacement in January for bone on bone arthritis. It was so reassuring to see your progress. Thanks for creating the video and posting. Y'all did a great job on it.
Sending 🙏🏼 for a great surgery and recovery. Check back in and LMK how it goes for you!
Awesome job Sherri!! I just got my left hip done after 3 years of limping and pain from horses and skiing when I was younger. Now at 66 I was bone on bone and the bone was broken down in the ball and socket.
So You are awesome! Thank you for this video. I feel way less frustrated and more hopeful that I will get my gait back! Can't wait to go hiking again!!
God bless you!!
Congrats on your new hip!! Yes, it is GREAT walking without a limp and pain. My new hip is not perfect but it’s 98% better than it was! 😊
Thank you for sharing! My daughter is 49 having surgery this month. I am almost 70 and will need surgery soon. Hip dysplasia, labral tears, arthritis. It’s great to see such a good outcome!
And thank you for watching. Best of luck with both of you!
If you dont mind me asking was your surgery a success?. I just had my right hip replaced 1 1\2 weeks ago. Do to arthritis.
@@chevypreps6417 I consider it a success. The pain I had before the surgery is gone. But 6 months out, I still have soreness and struggle some with the new hip. My surgeon said it takes a full year to recover so patience is key. Nope you are doing well!
Your age will determine your outcome…
Thanks Sherri I had a total hip replacement yesterday and found your video so valuable ❤
Congratulations on your new hip - Wishing you a smooth and steady recovery!
Thanks for sharing. I just pass my 4 1/2 months. I also had a interior procedure. I was in great shape as a personal trainer going into this and doing the exercises although they weren’t easy I did them religiously like you did. The one thing my surgeon said because it was an interior cut not to bring my knee to my chest. I was just curious if your surgeon had any similar advice. I see that you did that often. Would love to get a response. I live in Los Angeles and I am 69 thank you.
@@ralphmichiel5987I can’t recall about pulling knee to chest but I remember by knees hurting for quite some time. I just followed my handouts and physical therapist. I know there were specific restrictions for anterior THR such as:
-Avoid the combined movement of bending your hip and turning in your foot.
-You should sleep with a pillow between your legs for 6 weeks.
-Avoid crossing your legs and bending your hip past a right angle
Thank you so much for sharing this!! Im 2 weeks away from my 2nd hip replacement ( 20 yrs/opposite leg) and a lot has changed- this looks so much easier than the last time! The anterior approach seems to be the way to go! You look wonderful!
Wishing you all the best for your upcoming surgery. With all the advances in medicine and technology, I hope this one goes a lot easier for you!! LMK how it goes!
This video is so helpful. I had total hip replacement 13 days ago. I'm encouraged by your slow and steady progress. Thank you for taking the time to document your recovery journey and for sharing it with us.
How are you now
Did you have any bursitis in your hip
@@ummit989 getting better every day. I had bursitis before the surgery but not now. Still some swelling and tenderness in the leg and foot, and still a little bruising. I will stop my blood thinner tomorrow. I had 9 physical therapy visits at home, and will start outpatient PT next week. The PT really helped me regain muscle strength quickly.
Having right hip replaced in 3 weeks. Your video helped tremendously to alleviate some anxiety.
So glad it helped. Wishing you the BEST for your surgery. LMK how it goes!
I am 5 days past surgery. Started doing exercises at home yesterday. Using a walker to get around the house and to do some easy walking on the sidewalks. My thigh is still totally numb tho. Did you experience that?
@@AndreaGordon-m4k Yes, it was numb for a long time. Seemed like forever. Maybe 2 months???
How are you getting along now?
@@AndreaGordon-m4k No numbness at all. No pain sleeping or walking, etc. Once in a while if I unexpectedly jerk my leg or slip a little, I get a sharp pain in the joint. I don’t have complete symmetry in my 2 legs’ strength or flexibility but I possibly could if I worked out more!
This is the best info I’ve had to date I’m 63 and having a hip replacement in a few weeks and you’ve taken the fear out of my mind thank you Sherri
Glad to hear my video was helpful for you. Sending best wishes and prayers for a great surgery and recovery! LMK how you do!
I had the anterior total hip replacement in 2020. And I never dreamed it could be so little pain and simple. Walking around the block the day after surgery, and back to work doing construction in 13 days. No PT or rehabilitation. It was amazing. Dealt with leg swelling for about a week. No problem. Just rested the leg upward for awhile for a few days. That was all there was to it.
@@bantumwt Sounds like you were one of the lucky ones!! Congrats on your new hip and pain free walking!
@@SherrisWorld A lady I work with just had the same surgery a month ago. And she had a very similar outcome. She was back to work in 2 weeks.
@@bantumwt Amazing!
@@SherrisWorld I think a lot of it has to do with the skill of the surgeon, but if the patient is relatively fit going in, plus the fact that no muscles are cut, makes the Anterior THP little different than having wisdom teeth pulled. For me, that is not an exaggeration.
Thank you for your inspiring video
Wonderful! All your hard work has definitely paid off. You’re looking and moving great! 🏃🏻♀️
Wow so glad I came across this video. I am day 5 after surgery and my pain is still not controlled. It got so bad my legs were shaking uncontrollably and wanted to vomit. This has happened 6 times in 3 days. I was trying to be conservative with the medication. I really did myself a disservice and am still trying to get control over the pain. I was told it gets easier after 2 weeks. I certainly hope so . I am 53 and was bone on bone with bone spurs and hip displacement . Your video gave me some hope and others comments .
Hang in there! I just looked over my surgery diary and I had chills my first week and headaches for first couple weeks! Definitely felt progress after 2 weeks… Up and down days of course, so you have to be prepared for that. Just do your PT slow and steady and it will happen. Please do let me know how your progress goes. Sending 🙏🏼
Thank you for replying that is very sweet of you and yes I will update you.
Thank you for your story! I can relate. I'm 63 years old and went several years with terrible left hip pain and lower back pain. I've had five back surgeries and will need another one. I will be having my right hip replaced on May 23rd. Although I am sick of surgery and hospitals, my experience with the anterior hip replacement was great! I think it was because I was very active prior to the surgery, working out three times a week. Of course, as the pain increased, I modified my workouts, but I kept at it. Believe or not, I'm looking forward to get the right hip replaced. My left hip healed very quickly although the outside of my thigh is a little numb and I do have some pain on the left side in the mornings. I was told that it takes about two years for complete healing. My sister who is two years older had both hips and knees replaced in 2020 and 2021. After the first hip replacement, she wasn't healing and it was discovered that her femur broke, so she had a revision which has caused some issues. Falling was not the cause of the break. Apparently she has weak bones and it just happened. Again thank you for your story. It is important to let people know our experiences with this procedure. I think it can lessen fear!
Oh my, it sounds like you and your sister have had more than your share of bone and joint issues! Sending 🙏🏼 for a smooth surgery May 23! Lmk how it goes.
Thank you for sharing! I just had Total Hip Replacement and was searching for a timeline like this. I appreciate you and your videographer!
Thanks for watching. Hope your recovery is going well!
I am 56 years old and I need a total hip replacement. I am bone on bone. I am so gratefull you posted your story. I am so scared of my surgery. My husband had major surgery a few months ago. I am trying to raise the money for my surgery. Our insurance is terrible. Watching this made me tear up. I have scared tears and happy tears. You look amazing walking 6 weeks after surgery. This really has helped me understand what its all about. Thank you!!!
Thank you for watching. I’m glad this helps you to anticipate the experience. Hope your surgery goes well when you do have it. Lmk how it goes! 🙏🏼
Having hip replacement in a few days. Your video was very, very helpful! My wife studied it as if it were an exam😊. We feel that I'm ready. Thank you again.
I'm glad she's taking it seriously! Sounds like you'll have great support at home which really helps. Best of luck on your surgery -- LMK how it goes!
How are you making out at this point? I hope that you are doing well. I put a new comment in today given my situation (recent heart attack) so I am looking at 2025 due to the blood thinning meds and other meds that I am and will be on. God Bless.
So sorry about your heart attack. @@GeneBlessing Not sure how @darknikkon1974 is doing after his hip replacement?
I just had the surgery today my second hip and you have given me so much inspiration. The insight you provided was simple and easy to understand. I will share with my family in order for them to have a better understanding as I didn’t feel the support on first surgery and not feeling it now. Your husband, is truly the definition of a genuine support system.. it was meant for me to see this video and glad I have a different approach to recovery 💪
@@camilleharrington4874 Congratulations on your new hip. Tell your family that the first 2 weeks are crucial for rest, ice, TLC, and slow but steady physical therapy. I hope they support you 100% through this. Sending 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Just had anterior replacement 2 days ago…still sore and stiff but i use my walker every hour its getting easier every day, not easy…….but easier. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us.
You’re welcome. Glad to hear you’re doing well so far. Keep it up slow and steady!
I just saw your video! I had a total hip replacement yesterday. It was so good to watch your videos and learn more stuff that someone who hasn’t it had done. Thanks again!!
@@rhondarainey3210 how are you feeling Day 2!!!?
@@SherrisWorld I am feeling really good. Just a small bit of pain in my incision, but not anything I can’t stand with the pain med the Dr gave me.
Hey Sherri, thank you for your post. I’m 39 headed into my first major surgery ever. It’s a total hip replacement. I’ve had mobility issues for 2 years. The last year I’ve experienced all the symptoms you’ve had. I cannot imagine having these
symptoms for 10+yrs. I’ll be going in for the other hip 6 weeks after my first surgery. If my stars are aligned and I have no complications.
It’s been a dark 2 years, though I’ll probably never run the distances I’ve gone previously, might not have the same strut, it’s re-assuring to see how you’ve grown into a new reality. Greatly appreciated.
Wow, two surgeries in a row! You will be a new person! Wishing you all the best in your procedures and recovery. LMK how it goes for you!
I haven’t had my hip surgery yet, but am so thankful for these patients comments. It’ll be what it is for me and I’m grateful for the comments. Everyone is different……..prayers for all.
@@VioletPeeters-uz5zx Hoping you have one of the easier versions!!! Sending 🙏🏼
This was great to see what day-by-day, week-by-week, and month-by-month is like. It really helped to see how much pain and where it was located. Really helpful video. 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
This was a very helpful video. I watched it pre surgery. After surgery 1 1\2 weeks ago I am watching it again. Thank you for posting. I am glad you are back to a normal life.
Glad for your outcome and all your hard work recovering ❤
Thank you. I'm scheduled for my first of two next week. October 11, 2023
Wow, best of luck to you!! How far apart will you have the two surgeries?
I need a replacement same side, have to loose weight and got blood sugar issues. Thank you for sharing your journey, it’s a big help in so many ways. Hope you are still doing great, GOD Bless you, carry on🙏🏼♥️😍
You are quite welcome. I wish you all the best and send 🙏🏼 for your health and reduced pain!!!
Im getting my right hip done. Thanks for this video! Glad your doing great
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I’m getting a hip replacement in 6 weeks and it was encouraging watching your recovery experience!
Wishing you all the best for our surgery! LMK how it goes for you.
@@SherrisWorld Thanks! Will do!
Dear Sherri, Ohmygosh I am so happy to have found you - a very positive take on the anterior surgery in a sea of hip replacement videos. Though my doctor has put me on the waiting list for a replacement (here in Norway the wait is long🇳🇴), I am still on the fence. I am 69 years of age and I can hardly walk without pain, I’m still able to conduct 3 yoga classes each week (haha, I just omit pigeon pose and a few balancing asanas on the effected side) with little trouble. My fear is not being able to get back to teaching for fear of reduced mobility in a replacement ball socket. I will subscribe to your very lovely channel to see what more you have to impart on this subject that affects so many. So many thanks to you for this rare insight!🙏🏽
Hi Danielle. Glad my video gives you hope. I would think you could go back to yoga (possibly modified) after a full recovery period of your new joint and tissues/muscles, but your doctor can tell you best! The internet does seem to be all over the place on what moves you may need to modify, but in my opinion, it's worth being out of pain and not limping all the time!! I hope your surgery date is sooner than later. I do pilates now and some very gentle yoga. Please do LMK how it goes for you!!
Thank you! I'm 9 days out, very frustrated at the lack of progress. The pain is horrendous in thigh, knee and outside of calf on surgical side. Your journal gives me hope. You did amazingly well!!!!
@@AnnetteS-t6e Yea, I remember feeling worse than I’d expected based on others’ bouncing back so fast!! My diary says…… “DAY 12. Woke up with NO HEADACHE for first time in a week! Hallelujah! First day feeling like I should be feeling!? No headache, energy to walk, exercise, do paperwork… Great day.”
…….But even after that, there were good days/bad days… Take it slow. Do your Physical therapy a little bit each day and eventually IT WILL GET BETTER. Hang in there!.
Thank you Sherri. I appreciate you sharing your journey with all of us. Finally I get to see a realistic account of what it’s like to recover from hip surgery. In June I’m having my first hip replacement and the second one will be after I recover. You put my mind at ease and gave me a realistic look at what to expect. I kept looking at videos of people who was walking after 2 days without pain or stiffness. Congratulations on your healing. I enjoyed watching your cat and your husband is so supportive. Beautiful home. Thank you again.
Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words. I wish you all the best with your upcoming surgeries! LMK how it goes for you!
@@SherrisWorld I sure will.
Thank you so much for this video. I’m 9 days post op anterior approach and I’m happy to see your progress. Definitely motivating ♥️.
Thank you for sharing… preparing to assist my sister with her hip replacement surgery next month, July 2023
That's great she will have you to help her!! Bless you!
That's wonderful. I am alone. My husband passed away 3 years ago.
Thank you so much for this video! You're a superstar for doing it. Im having to consider knee replacements. Your video will reinforce the courage, patience and strength needed for a best possible outcome. Thank you!
I'm 3 weeks out and had posterior total right hip surgery. You are doing amazingly well ! I too have it acting super tight and want to avoid bad walking, so this is such a great tutorial for me! Thank you!
It's a slow but steady recovery! Hang in there and thank you for watching!
Day 10 and feeling so much better. I just watched your entire video and am in tears. So grateful you took the time to share your story. I waited so long to replace my hip and am proud I finally did it. I feel very confident after watching that I will get there too. I have huge support as well. I loved seeing your kitties - mine passed away on New Years Day - she was 21! Thank you again!
So very sorry about your kitty! 😢 always heartbreaking to lose a fur baby. I’m glad you’re feeling better-It only improves from here!! Yay! Congrats!!
Had anterior hip replacement Friday. I’m 54 and continued to exercise and maintain healthy weight leafing up to surgery.
I am basically walking unassisted and am going back to work Tuesday.
Absolutely changed my life
Wow that’s so great to hear! Wishing you a continued fabulous recovery!
New hip replacement just three weeks ago. Thrilled! Healing very fast, working on endurance and undoing some bad habits.
Yay!!! Congratulations!
Just watched as my surgery is a couple weeks out. Thanks for this, it helped alleviate some of my fears. Hope you are doing well.
Wishing you a magnificent surgery and recovery!!!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!! I’m at 13 days post-op (anterior) and you have given me much needed hope & inspiration!!
Congrats on your new hip!!
Hi Sherri, I just wanted to say thank you so much for your video, I'm having hip replacement surgery in two days and your video gave some much needed peace of mind, so thank you!😊
You’re welcome!! Sending best wishes and 🙏🏼 for a great surgery and even better recovery. Let me know how it goes!!
Thank you! I'm 74 and anticipate a right hip replacement in the next few months. This was very helpful in learning more of what to expect. Still nervous but encouraged. Can't continue to live in pain and not being able to walk. ❤
I wish you all the best! It is wonderful to walk and sleep without pain. 🙏🏼
Good luck Susan. I have had both hips replaced, October 2021/September 2022. Surgery is key to restoring joint structure. Physio therapy is 80% of the success. Our bodies are designed to move. I am 64years old and was able to return to downhill skiing 6 months after my last hip replacement. Get the surgery, commit to daily post op PT, keep active and live painfree!
@@HipsterYu Skiing again! That’s amazing. You’re braver than me!! You had both hips done, so are they symmetrical in strength and flexibility? I’m now 3.5 yrs post op on 1 hip and still not as strong on that side. My doctors said I may never be.
@@SherrisWorld Many thanks Sherri for sharing your recovery with 'those who have walked in your shoes'. My adult daughters emboldened my courage, and my passion for skiing stoked the fire. I have been downhill skiing since I was 9 years old. (55years). My legs are now even in length and range of motion. Strength is coming along. As a 'senior', fitness means mobility and smart recreational activities. My physiotherapists suggest that I embrace a 'ski snob' attitude, where participation is in the best ski conditions, best light, a couple hours a session. I have had to give up fitness running. The impact is not recommended for bionic hipsters!
GOD bless you! I have to get mine done. And this is the encouragement I needed!😊 Keep up the good work!!
Thank you for watching. Wishing you the best! 🙏🏼
@@SherrisWorld ty!😎
I have my anterior hip replacement surgery on Aug 13.
You're an inspiration. Thank for for sharing your experience.
Wishing you all the best!! 🙏🏼
Thank you Sherri for this video and a good dose of reality. I'm 3 weeks out for my surgery after almost 10 years of pain and looking forward to the challenge of returning to some sense of normal. And I agree with Suzie about people walking around 2 days after surgery, although that would be awesome, I don't believe that's the average situation for most folks.
It's incredible what a THR can do for people like you and me. Hope we both enjoy a long, long life for our new hips! Thank you for watching my video :)
How are you doing now? I bit better? It does take time.
Thank you for posting this journey! I am pretty sure I need a hip replacement. I have tried everything up to the cortisone shots, and nothing is working. I was terrified of a hip replacement until I saw this video. You have made me understand the entire process, remembering that everyone's body is different. I am so grateful to you!
I’m glad it helped. I hope you find some relief soon 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Nice and motivational video. My doctor advises me to do THR. I was really scared because of my condition. This video is encouraging and motivational. Your improvement helps the positive vibe in me. Thanks for sharing such an inspirational and motivational video for us.
Wishing you all the best!! 🙏🏼 thank you for watching and commenting!
@@SherrisWorld Thank you.
Had a hip replacement surgery 8 months ago. The next day I was walking with a walker. Had therapy for 2 months and now I am perfectly fine.
You were one of the amazing ones! Glad you're still feeling good! I actually have some hip flexor tendinitis issues and just had an MRI. Wish me luck!
How old were you at time of op?
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@SherrisWorld wish you the best. God is good.
Thank you for taking the time and effort to document your journey Sherri! ❤ This is super helpful for me as I am considering THR after suffering for 25 years with a bad hip. My challenge would be the post op recovery as I live alone but I am so grateful for many of your followers here who have shared their stories as well. 🙏🏻 Can't wait to live pain free and walk without a limp!
Wow, 25 years is a long time to suffer! I hope you’re able to find friends to take shifts helping you in the beginning-That would be helpful. Wishing you the best. Lmk how it goes! 🙏🏼
Thanks, Sherri for sharing your journy of your THA. I just had one about a week ago. I was told that the surgery went well. Because I had medication around the incision and didn't have a spinal I didn't feel so bad. Getting in and out of the car was quite a fete!!! Because I am obese I've been having a very hard time getting in the bed because at the age of 75, and with little upper body strength, I have to have help. I hate it because I am unable to help myself. When I get inbed, I'm stuck and can't move. My leg is so heavy. I lay in bed and cry most of the night because I'm so uncomfortable. Do you have any suggestions as to how I can make it better physically so that I'm able to get some sleep? I'm about to scream. Now what good would that do? Thank you, and continued success.
@@1948bibi In so sorry to hear about your stressful nights. Not sleeping well is the WORST. Has your doctor given you meds to help you sleep at night without pain? I could not move my leg either… it was so heavy and weak, but with the use of a strap, I could carefully move it to the edge of the bed where I could then grab my walker. And can a friend get a portapotty to put next to the bed so you don’t have far to walk? Do the heel slides and whatever exercises they told you to do. You will get stronger faster with the right therapy. Hang in there. The first few weeks, it was a roller coaster of pain and frustrations, but it will get better!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Just randomly came across your video. Great to see you're doing so well. You have a great husband and family. Best wishes to you all. You are a warrior!❤❤❤
This is so helpful, encouraging, and I appreciate you sharing your journey! Headed this direction in the next 1-2 years.
Glad it helped, thanks for watching! My doctors always said to wait as long as I could until it majorly affected my quality of life -- because 1) medical advances were happening all the time and you want to get the best option available when you do it and 2) if they only last 20 years or so, you want to wait it out!
🙂Nice video, I´m a month out of hip replacement surgery. I never knew about the strap and was not told how to sleep, it has been quite the experience. I also made a video and am watching yours to compare. My video is very different but I think we´re both helping other people in different ways😊 I doubt that I will recover totally but as long as I can walk I have to keep SMILING.
Never having had a broken bone and not knowing what to expect seemed to be the most scary part of this, I am so happy the operation is done and recovery is happening. Sherri I hope you have recovered fully by now, thanks for sharing this great video. much respect and many SMILES to you and Your family. 🙂🙂🙂
Glad you’re done with surgery and have your new hip. Congratulations! It does get better with time. I am almost 5 years post surgery now and still walk and sleep pain-free which is fantastic. You’re right, my new hip is not as good as my other one as far as flexibility and strength, but I’m OK with that! Take care.
@@SherrisWorld Thank You for your Kind reply to my comment. The friendliness of other TH-camrs is Such a Great feeling ☺
Thank you Sherri! I’m scheduled for right hip replacement this January, great information!
I did mine in January -- great way to start the year with a new hip. Sending 🙏🏼for a great surgery and recovery. LMK how it goes for you!
Wow. I'm about to have hip replacement surgery and after seeing this Im am no longer afraid. Thanks.
I'm so pleased that my video gave you some confidence! Sending you 🙏🏼 for a great surgery! LMK how it goes!
Thank you very much for sharing this video with us 😇.. I have the same problem with both hips joints. And I finally decided to take hips joints replacement. When I saw how you walked at the start of your video, I almost cried 💔 cause am walking exactly the same way now. Oh yeah it's a difficult and painful process, but it's worth it😊
I am 39 years old, and I'm living with pain every single day, you giving me a HOPE ❤. THANKS AGAIN ❤
I'm glad my video gives you hope! Hoping that you and your doctors come up with a plan soon to help get you walking normally and pain-free again. 🙏🙏
Thank you for this. I have the same diagnosis as you. It is a very different condition from others. I have found encouragement from your video. I am at the seven week mark and feeling a bit discouraged. The pain is different and the soreness is from the muscles. Your video was a bright light for me. Thank you for sharing. 🎉
@@carolinemontigny9174 Yes I was surprised that there wasn’t this “instant” recovery like others on the internet seemed to have. To be honest, I’m 4.5 years post surgery and still have occasional weakness and sensitivity to sharp movements, but I’m still thrilled with my new hip!
I checked my diary and it says at 3+ mos. - walking 2 mi or biking 3-6 daily. Putting on shoe and sock still difficult but doable. Still pain lifting knee to head. New pain in quad groin area-Nerves returning! Feels like pulled muscle.
Congrats on your new hip. Keep it moving and stretching every day for the rest of your life. I’ll do a follow up video on mine soon!