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Can walking be accomplished without a hip or hip replacement?

Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Nov 9 8:48am | Replies (73)
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@patenelson

Good morning ladies!
I have been without a hip for a year and a half now. Just started walking with one forearm crutch. My infection is gone and I'm finally off of antibiotics. I'm left with atrocious pain but just go with it. I'm hoping for a new hip in a few months but have to make sure the infection is truly gone.
Prayers for you both, we can at least get around. Faith

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Cindy | @cmarsh | Dec 20, 2023

That's wonderful news! Can I ask how old you are and where you live? I was told I could never have another hip implant due to my chronic osteomyelitis and likelihood of re -infection and I'm on lifelong antibiotics. At this point and my age, I'm not planning on trying for another hip, but curious as to those who do and how their progress is. I'm happy that you are able to get around so well. Prayers you have a successful operation and rehab! Cindy

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