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@twin52 Two things come to mind when you describe your situation. First, perhaps you need a new evaluation from the PT. It sounds like your gait might be impaired from adapting for so long to the bad hip before surgery, and you need help walking correctly (this happened to me.) Also, I do hip and back stretching in bed before getting up each morning.
Second, you may need new shoes! After surgery, your body has changed, and wearing shoes with the old "wear pattern" might be having you a little off filter.
Finally, pox on those who criticize you for using a cane if it makes you feel better. My friend still uses hers on uneven ground after more than 2 years. Just be sure it is the correct length-too short ot too tall can make your hip and back feel worse.
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Thank you for your reply and excellent advice! I spoke to my PT and he will take foot measurements and make inserts that should remedy the issue. Fingers crossed!
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@sueinmn Agree with all above. Also, my surgeon said to use a cane as needed until you absolutely have no limp, or your muscles would adapt to the limp. So, yes, for the cane until you feel stable, even if you are not using it all the time.
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Thanks for the insights here Sue. I had my right hip replaced last year and did my PT at home. But we all recover differently.
The idea of changing shoes is excellent. I know I limped for a long time before surgery due to pain in my groin. This may help twin52.
And shame on anyone who criticizes a person for using a crutch. I trust twin52 to know what is good for him/her.
Anyway, I do think twin52 would benefit from an assessment by a new PT. Great advice.
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