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How much swelling is normal following anterior hip replacement surgery
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I also feel as though I'm just not progressing quickly enough. I read on line where many people who underwent the anterior approach procedure were pain free and walking with no aids whatsoever within 2 weeks. I'll be 2 weeks out on Tuesday the 29th and I can already tell I am not going to be nowhere close to giving up either the pain medication or the walking cane. So, I felt really bad; like I wasn't doing enough. Then I heard from quite a few good people on this forum and they patiently explained to me that each body is different and there really is no set time frame for healing; in fact 100% healing is usually not accomplished until at least 6 months out, if not closer to a year. Now I feel somewhat better. I still wish it would hurry cause I'm not a patient person; but I am slowly learning to take it slow!!
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@valleygirl1955
I would read stories about fast recoveries and people who had no pain after surgery. Well, I had a lot of pain! I also took opioids for about 3 weeks, weaning down to just at night. Having your femoral head cut off hurts! Pain tolerance is so different for everyone.
I used my cane for 3-4 weeks. Don’t feel pressure to stop using it too soon. I still need it occasionally as I’ve had rectus femoris muscle issues, due to scar adhesions, from Anterior approach. Went back to PT at 5 months for deep muscle massage.
That’s why I know it takes a “good” year to be close to 100%.
Take your own sweet time with recovery. I loved journaling about my recovery. It’s inspiring to look back and see how far I’ve come.
Rest a lot during the day, it helps your body recover. It sounds like you know now that it’s your own recovery. Best.