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The brace fitted with very strong Velcro around my waist and strapped below the knee. I understood It was meant to keep the leg straight so the scar tissue could form to help support the leg plus help keep my leg straight. So yes, it was mainly to immobilize.Had to wear it all the time including when I slept. Only time I didn’t have to was when I showered. I also slep with a pillow between my legs. I was given a foam thing to use but I couldn’t handle that and the pillow worked for me. Walking with a walker wasn’t too bad,I could sit ok but I was one happy lady to get out of that thing.
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I am truly grateful for the info. Although I haven’t ruled out one more attempt at a THP, I dread the thought of reinfection, further surgeries, and the toll it would take on my body. I am learning the hard way that there is a strong argument for not having foreign objects in one’s body that can harbor harmful bacteria. And, like you, I believe I could exceed expectations for functional outcomes in a person without a hip. Sorry ... I just thought of some other questions. Would it have been feasible at some point during your 9 week bracing to work at a desk job (that is either sitting or standing)? Are you able to exercise the hipless leg enough to build and maintain muscles? I will give you a break after this. Thank you so much!