Ive had arthritis in my hip and got a steriod injection anout three months ago. The injection has wore iff now nit I cant hardley walk now.feels like a tight muscle in my hip and feels so stiff. Is this suppose to happen, been thia way for almost 2 months now.
I had 2. The first lasted 6 weeks. Was wonderful while it lasted but the pain and stiffness came back worse than before. The 2nd lasted just a couple of days. It is a temporary fix at best. Now 8 weeks post THR and no pain in hip at all. Sometimes you just have to bite the bullet!! Good luck.
Hi Mildred,
I had arthritis progressively getting worse over the last 4 years, I had the injection in January this year, it settled after being very stiff for 2 days to 6 weeks of good pain relief, but then the pain and stiffness was back. If I walked so many steps, something used to happen in the joint which felt like a trapped muscle or something and I could not put my foot to the floor then, I think it is just the arthritis progressing. Grim times as it really put my life on hold. I had a THR 2.5 weeks ago, I am pain free and walking improves every day. I would think its time for a review with your surgeon, I am 47, which is young, but I really could not carry on with the old hip! Good Luck!
Thanks Jo Michelle. Thats how it exactly feels, like the muscle locks and its hard to walk. because its bursitis, i know in time its gonna get worse. Im 60 yrs old and feelingb every bit of it. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Mildred my consultant wouldn't give me the steroid jabs he said if they didn't work it would be
3 months before he could op I have o/a in both
hips and was walking bone on bone he told me
I wanted quality of life now as i was still young
(60) and that all my pain would go. Wow it
really has so go for surgery it's only going to
get worse,I was so frightened about the surgery
and cancelled 3times but got there in the end
be brave thinking of you hugs xxx 😅
Anna i'm in similar position to yourself...THR coming up on 1/11 ..scared out my head about it but know i have to do it ,,
Gail. I'm 4 weeks post op, I'm not going to kid you, it's challenging to say the least but after 7 years of gradually withdrawing from not only family life but life in general I've got to say it's the best thing I've done.
The first few weeks are a killer but I'm now getting out and about. Go to Graham (rocketman) website he has some awesome tips.
Good luck and remember this group rocks!!!!
Sending hugs to you from me xxx
Kim
Hi Mildred when they assessed me I was told injections would only help tempory and that I needed a replacement. I had this 4weeks ago and doing fine, no pain and have not been on painkillers for past week. My daughters friend had in total 3injections and each time the relief lasted less an less each time. If you are offered replacement, go for it, the pain is gone immediately. Best of luck to you, will be interested o know how you get on.
Hi I was not offered injections as I was told they wouldn't work cos I had bone of bone. I had a total right hip replacement six weeks ago. I can honestly say it was the best thing I've ever done. Yes the first two weeks were hard but I'm now walking without crutches and walk lot. You have to listen to your body. If you feel pain stop and try again later on. Good luck x
hi mildred,
warm welcome to this wonderful forum of hippies - we come in all ages and stages on this road of Hips ...
From now on you will not be alone anymore -
Are you already diagnosed with Osteo-arthiritis and has Hip replacement surgery been offered to you?
One thing we all know here is that it will not get any better -
would love to learn more about you ...
big warm hug
renee
I agree with all you said Kim plus ... the longer one waits - the more damage that is done to this and other joints (because your posture shifts forward and you start to limp increasingly). As you become more disabled, you start limiting your life.
Don't wait - get it done and reclaim your life.
ANNA and MILDRED: I know exactly what you're saying. My quality of life has been declining steadily for the past few years and Surgery has been my only reccomendation. I decided to do it. It will be done on 10/4. I'm so scared that I could vomit every time I think about it. I changed my mind 5 times. But I just can't live like this anymore. My entire life is on hold because of this. I'm 72 and my health is really good except for my hips. Whether I have 1 month or 20 years left in my life, I want to be able to live without the constant pain and immobility. I WILL get it done this time. Life is going to be better. I just know it. And Mildred, I just know that we will be doing just as well as our friends and shortly we will also be writing about how happy we are to have had the surgery. Just hang in there with me.
Prior to the THR, I went the steroid shot routine. The first on helped for about 4 weeks. The second one lasted 3 days. Had the replacement surgery and wish I had it done sooner. First 2-3 weeks are hard. After 6 weeks, it gets better much faster. Everyone heels differently
Big hugs!
Good decision Mildred and you are taking control of your own destiny.
I am very glad I got my (first) hip done and I get my 2nd one done on the 20th, so just ahead of you.
I know what the recovery journey is like this time so I hope I will manage it better (less anxious, more patient and even more determined).
The operation is not hard honestly. The first few weeks can be tough - I hate being dependent upon others but frankly there is no other choice. And like it or not, you need to take your medications regularly to heal and function well. Be kind to yourself and listen to your body. It will give you lots of feedback (pain, cramping, swelling) if you don't follow the restrictions, take your meds or do your exercises.
But .. no more bone on bone pain and it gets easier and then ... you can start enjoying life more fully.
And .. this forum is wonderful - don't hesitate to chime in for hugs, advice, or just to vent! The generousity of forum members is epic.
Wishing you a patient, careful surgeon, and a smooth and fulsome recovery with much love around you.
L
O Gail you'll be fine it's like when you get to
hospital your in their hands one Doctor will
come and see you then another before you go
for op they will tell you where on op list you
are (I went down at10.30am)everyone takes
such care of you ,before you no it your back
on the ward.I was so sooooooo frightened
truly I was,but all that pains gone now and
in the future when I have other one done I
shan't be as worried .The best thing i
could have done got a life back .
Good luck let us no how you are .Hugs xxx
Hi Patricia I remember the first day after my
surgery (I'm 9weeks post now) I wanted so
much walk to loo and not use bed pan I did it
walking back from loo I just burst into tears
the nurses came to me have you hurt your self
Ana no ,what's the matter I've just realised
all the pains gone it's wonderful just wait
and see. Love and hugs xxx🐇😅😂😁😉
I don't know Mildred but I would think maybe it is time for a new ex-ray to see if you have had more deterioration in your hip. When the hip gets really bad it is stiff, and limits your movement. Have you asked your doctor about this? I never did have shots in my hips as they were too far gone for them to help, but am thinking perhaps yours is to bad for the shot to last or help. Just a thought and I am by no means an expert, and just speaking from my own experience. I would ask my doctor. Bone on bone pain in the hip is very painful and when it gets advanced it just never goes away. Wishing you well....Barb
I've had both hips replaced....I'm 57 and I'm pain free for the first time in years...i returned to work after 5 weeks with the first hip and 4 weeks after the second...as much as i hated going to physical therapy i always felt stronger after...it was worth it for me...think about it :-)