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Best approach for hip replacement
Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: 12 hours ago | Replies (40)Comment receiving replies
Let me know if injections work for you. I’m taking 600mg of gabapentin currently and almost at 6 months post op. I’m numb on the side of my leg and have occasional electrical nerve jolts also. You’re lucky, I guess, that you don’t have it on your first hip! ; )
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Yes now that I know about the possibility of nerve damage I am fortunate. I have opted for this time, no injections but a course of Gabapentin.
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Update, didn't want to take the Gabapentin but oddly I feel better this morning for reasons I can't explain. Long conversation, I did not want to do injections so I guess its meds and see if this helps long term. He said the nerve heals at a very slow rate.
Caveat, I think this is a great site. It gives people a good example of what you can potentially go through after any surgery. Everyone is different and results may vary. I also think its confidence in your doctor. You can get a second opinion. I was lucky that my first surgery was ok. I will check in to see what's going on with everyone. Good luck and good health to you.