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Hi friends, my foot turns sharply outward because the infection damaged the muscles that would keep it turned upward. Wouldn't make a difference if I exercised them. I find it hurts other parts of my leg for it to just turn fully outward like that so I use a wedge and some pillows to prop it up.
I just learned that I know have an infection in my other hip and my surgeon and infectious disease Drs are recommending that I have a Girdlestone on the only remaining hip. That means I will have NO HIPS. I'm terrified. This infection business is no joke. I feel like these damn little organisms are really trying to kill me! Have you heard of anyone who has no hips? I'd really like to talk to them right now. Thanks for listening. 😟
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@janeen17 You may be interested in these discussions with members without a hip joint.
Bones Muscles & Joints - "Walking without a hip joint"
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/walking-without-a-hip-joint/
Bones Muscles & Joints- "Can walking be accomplished without a hip or hip replacement?"
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/can-walking-be-accomplished-without-a-hip-or-hip-replacement/
Janeen....I am so sorry to see that you have another infection in your other hip! Unfortunately, I don't know of anyone that is a double Girdlestone or whatever you would call it. I will pray for you and please keep us posted. .......Cindy
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I'm sorry I haven't heard of that but there must be others. I will definitely be praying for you!! This isn't easy that's for sure. My foot turns sharply to the right as well. That's because I need to build up muscle. My surgeon mentioned maybe getting a brace for my knee to help that. We will see. It's a day to day that's for sure. Don't give up!!!