I am 76 and on steroids for autoimmune PMR. I had a total hip replacement 10 days ago and spent 9 days in the hospital. I requested rehab for a week in a nursing home but insurance denied it. I am still weak but getting better. I received IV steroids for four 4 days after surgery and my blood sugar and blood pressure was up and down but finally stabilized. This surgery would not be bad if you are not on long term steroids. Each day is a little better and my pain is only 10% of what it was before surgery. Best wishes on yours.