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Does it make a difference in recovery for patients based on the type of hip fracture they have? My aging aunt has what's called an intertrochanteric hip fracture. I got the impression from the hospital staff that this is the worst kind. Why is that?1 year 37 weeks ago779
Eighteen months ago I had a left total hip replacement. Everything went well but now the left leg is shorter than the right side. Should I have the right leg done now to even them out?5 years 4 weeks ago1359
Eighteen years ago, I had both hips replaced with ceramic implants. They have held up very well for me. I've kept my weight down all these years. But now I'm starting to gain more weight. Will this hurt my hips?2 years 6 weeks ago676
Five years ago, I had my right hip joint replaced. Now, I’m going to have the left one done. My doctor wants me to exercise before the operation. How soon should I start?4 years 22 weeks ago831
Have you ever heard of a cervical hip fracture? What is that? I thought the cervical bones were in the neck, not in the hip.47 weeks 4 days ago522
Have you ever heard of a fast-track program for total hip replacements? That's what my father is on, and we are just wondering what it means.38 weeks 2 days ago196
Have you ever heard of calcific bursitis of the hip? That's what I have. What can you tell me about it?1 year 7 weeks ago600
Have you ever heard of getting arthritis in a joint replacement? That's what my doctor tells me is causing my hip pain. How is that possible?3 years 22 weeks ago985
Have you ever heard of this? My aunt had hip surgery and then developed a weeping, oozing wound. The doctor said it was from taking ginkgo biloba.4 years 39 weeks ago1259
Help, please! Dad is in the hospital for a hip fracture. They've pinned it and started him on physical therapy. The doctor and therapist insist he has to get up and walk on that leg. Dad says he needs a couple of days to rest and recouperate before getting up. What can we tell him to convince him to go along with this approach?5 weeks 1 day ago64
How can I find out what's causing my hip pain? I don't notice it so much during the day but at night it aches like a son of a gun. I didn't fall or hurt myself that I can remember. It just started bothering me all of a sudden.1 year 39 weeks ago834
How can I find out what's wrong with my hip? I've had an X-ray and an MRI. Both were "normal". But I can tell you that hip is not "normal". I have pain and can't bend it all the way or turn it in. Sometimes I have trouble turning my hip out, too. Where do I go from here?3 years 37 weeks ago2003
How can I tell if I have arthritis? Seems the older I get, the stiffer I am, and the more joint pain I notice.5 years 3 weeks ago807
How come when I do my stretching exercises sometimes I feel looser and other times I just seem to get tighter?5 years 4 weeks ago659
How long does it usually take to put a new hip replacement in? My mother was out of surgery in less than 90 minutes. Two days later, she dislocated the new hip. Is there a connection here?2 years 45 weeks ago2976
I am a 10-year breast cancer survivor. As I get older, I'm aware that my chances of falling and breaking a hip go up every year. Is there any direct link between having cancer and having a hip fracture?1 year 16 weeks ago210
I am a 35-year old hospital nurse. Eighteen months ago, I tried to help a patient keep from falling. In the process, I tore the labrum (cartilage) in my hip. Even though I'm fairly young, the X-ray showed advanced arthritis on top of the injury. Would I be a good candidate for a hip resurfacing instead of a total joint replacement?2 years 33 weeks ago950
I am a 53-year-old woman actively involved in the mall-walking program. A group of us meets three times a week at the local mall to walk two miles. Should I buy a pair of walking shoes, or can I just use my regular everyday shoes?7 years 36 weeks ago620
I am a designated prevention specialist in a small hospital setting. We see our fair share of broken bones and other emergencies involving senior citizens. We are focusing this month on hip fractures. I'm looking for any information about what other hospitals do to reduce complications after hip fracture repairs.5 weeks 1 day ago48
I am a plumber in business for myself. After 20 years of crawling and climbing in cramped places, my right hip is about wore out. The doc says I'm too young for a hip replacement. I've been told I might be a good candidate for a joint resurfacing job. What good is that?2 years 6 days ago425
I am a small woman (5 feet 1 inch) with small bones. My doctor has advised me to have a total hip replacement for severe arthritis. Do they make new hip joints to fit people like me?4 years 33 weeks ago1538
I am a yoga instructor with a very painful hip. I can't figure it out because my joints are very loose. But every time I flex my hip past 90-degrees or try to cross my legs, I get a very sharp pain deep in my hip. What could be causing this?49 weeks 2 days ago388
I am an active horsewoman with a busy horse farm. Because of my severe hip arthritis, I can't ride anymore. Would the new hip resurfacing surgery I saw advertised in the paper put me back in the saddle again?2 years 25 weeks ago606
I am an over-the-road trucker. I need a total hip replacement but can't be off work too long. How long does it take most people to get back behind the wheel?2 years 46 weeks ago603
I am going in to have hip replacement surgery. How soon can I get back to the things I enjoy?7 years 37 weeks ago663
I am going in to have hip replacement surgery. Will I be able to kneel down to work in my garden once my hip heals? What about getting on my hands and knees in the garden?7 years 37 weeks ago638
I am going to have a total hip replacement. The problem is that I don't have any health insurance. In other words, I'm paying for it myself. Are there any good ways to cut the costs without risking other problems?4 years 47 weeks ago351
I am having a cemented total hip replacement next week. The doctor told me that X-rays can be used to see if the implant is in its proper place. Wouldn't the more modern MRI be better?4 years 20 weeks ago358
I am having a hip replacement. My surgeon has good training but said he doesn't do a lot of these procedures. Should I be worried?7 years 36 weeks ago560
I am having hip replacement surgery. How can I decrease my chances of dislocating my new hip?7 years 36 weeks ago452
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