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Can walking be accomplished without a hip or hip replacement?
Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: 5 days ago | Replies (73)Comment receiving replies
I am also a nurse that went through a long hard row,before having my left hip removed after 5 surgeries. It is extremely hard to go from being the caregiver, to being cared for. I think that was the hardest think for me to deal with. I have a built up left shoe and, can walk with a cane. I have myasthenia gravis which slows me down somewhat. I can't buy shoes off the rack , which is hard for a shoe diva. Lol Maybe that will make u smile!!!!! Good luck and GOD BLESS.
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May I ask how long it was before you were able to walk with just a cane and did you have to attend physical therapy to do so?
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Hello Sandra...I too am a retired nurse in Michigan, age 71 and nearly 2 years I've been without a left hip. How many years for you? I get around with crutches or walker and hoping to get to a cane someday and feel confident with it. Can I ask how long before you felt good with just a cane? I too have a bit of a shoe fettish....my husband glues soles we've cut off from other shoes onto my left shoe to even out my legs. He usually adds a flip flop in between the soles too for height and working pretty good for me. Wishing you continued wellness.....Cindy