It took me over a year to feel somewhat better after the hip replacement. I had blood clots in my lungs one month after surgery and that was really traumatic for me. I have developed anxiety, chronic fatigue, internal vibrations and 20 pound weight loss since the surgery. I am working really hard at getting better. I know I will never be what I used to be before the surgery. I was just fine before the surgery! I have had back pain and have gone to PT for it. I do back exercises every day at home. It is some better but I am very careful.