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Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Jun 16 1:36pm | Replies (99)
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I've had 3 replacement hips over the last 4 years, all of which got infected and had to be replaced. I now have no hip, permanently. All my weight is borne on my left leg, which is being consumed by my RA. I don't believe I'll ever walk again. I can barely go from my bed to my bedside commode. This is one unending nightmare. Is there any hope?
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Have you tried buying a good walking shoe like new balance and have a lift added to the right shoe? Your orthopedic can refer you to someone who can measure you to determine how high a lift you would need. You will probably still use the left leg more but it shouldn’t be as bad if you use a rollator walker and have the lift. With the right lift you would find you can stand straighter and more balanced as far as the weight. I get around really well with my walker and the shoe lift so don’t give up until you have tried the shoe lift.