I had thigh pain after a partial hip in 2017. For 2 years I suffered with constant pain. I had enough and went to a different doctor and thank God I did. Dr Hedley is who I went to in Scottsdale. I did my research he is with the ortho institute of the west. He is kind and obviously knowledgeable and renown in his field. He looked at the old films and to my surprise. He said it was not stem pain. The existing bipolar prosthesis at the top of the femur was too big. Way too big and slanted inwards a bit too far injuring the muscles and ligaments. I should have picked up on this because post OP I felt like I was sitting on a big ball. After this surgery my recovery was quick w little pain other than site pain from surgery and soreness from the previous surgery hurting the muscles. I have amazing range of motion too. I know part of this surgery is successful because since 2017 I have taken steps to become healthier. I have lost 100 lbs since 2018. Then I was put on an anti inflammatory diet which is the keto diet I worked with a nutritionist. I knew if I did not get it together I cud get bad enuf that I would not make it for long. As a senior now I have found u must b ur own advocate. Even a patient advocate may not be on your side as I found out. Younger staff can b very rude and even put words in your mouth. I vote...find another doc get another opinion. Yes. It all costs..but its YOUR health. If it hurts there is something wrong. I am Sooo glad I made waves left the old , did research, went to a new to me and wonderful physician. Much better than people making your BP go up by being jerks or you staying in pain. We need a senior site to share medical issues....good doc names etc. Everyone please...find another opinion, read about your medical issues, take control. It isnt a mystery. Its science if you hurt something is not right. God bless everyone on here I pray that like I was blessed you will be too.
Dont give up. It's not you.....

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