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Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Nov 16 8:18am | Replies (515)
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My mother had both of her hips disintegrate and they do not know what tissue she is walking on. I wanted to know how you are doing? Can you walk on your scar tissue? She is supposed to get a major reconstructive hip surgery and was wondering if there is a possibility to walk without going through major surgery? Thank you so much! Hope you are better.
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I'm so sorry this took so long! It has been a busy summer for us.I would never suggest that someone not have hip surgery just to avoid the hassle and recovery. Every one of my surgeries were a blessing and made my life better. I was not able to have the fifth hip replacement due to several complications or I certainly would have done it.Some people are able to walk and function with something called "spacers" in the joint for several months. This is usually after a prosthesis has been removed because of infection for example. The plan is to replace the implant after the infection is cured.I have no spacers or any other devices. I stand on what's left of the femur and scar tissue. The leg is almost 4 inches shorter than the other, requiring a huge lift on that shoe which is difficult to walk with.I can't stand properly without it. I need assistance with crutches or a walker to walk, and not for any distance. I use a wheelchair around the house and have a scooter when out and about. I generally walk with crutches or a walker to things like doctor or PT appointments.I hope your mother is doing ok. In my personal opinion I would urge her to consider the surgery. New hips are a wonderful thing!Diane O'NeillSent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
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