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girdlestone performed march 2016. originally there was a 1 3/4" leg discrepancy today july 2020 I have 3 1/2" leg discrepancy. I can walk without aids but my body and arms are swinging around I mostly walk using two forearm crutches. I am seeing my surgeon tomorrow and I will ask him for a referral to another surgeon as he will not work on my hip anymore. My first THR was April 2009
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Have you had your shoe built up for the shorter leg. This was the biggest thing that helped me after the surgery. I use a rollator{rolling walker) when I am out because I can move faster and with more stability. I can walk with a cane for short distance like going to adr office or restaurant but have found I have more leg and hip pain on my goid leg when I do.. I will also walk some around the house with no assistance. I do not recommend a lot of walking without a walker or some assistance because over time you will find your spine starting to curve since you can’t walk evenly.
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Wow my surgeon won't give me another replacement either I'm surprised to hear this has happened to other people