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What kind of mobility can I expect with an antibiotic spacer in my hip
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Jun 23, 2023 | Replies (279)Comment receiving replies
Sorry I've been off here for so long!! I'm still waiting, but I've been filling in at work for about 3 wks now. It's only about 4-5 hrs/day so that's not too bad. None of the drs around will even see me because I'm already half-way thru the procedure. Nobody wants to step on another Dr's toes, I guess. I did my PT exercises at home last night. That was the 1st time I've done them in a while because I forget. But today, my leg is hurting!! I'm not sure if it's the exercises, the rain & 40° temps outside, or maybe I've done something to it. I have to think it's a combo of the exercises & the drop in temps, or at least I sure hope so!!
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Hi Jamie my spacer very temperamental. My guess is you have tweaked it and it dosnt like it. Mine would settle. When I was on the other side of the second stage I told all the staff to never underestimate the pain involved with a spacer. It really is a joy to walk again even though I can only 50% weight bear until December. Will update in later post. Good luck and be patient I know it's hard as I know where you are coming from but it should be worth it.
Lin