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How long after healing from a complete hip replacement did it take to be able to sit fully cross legged again?

What positions or movements were you never able to do again?

Are you glad you went through it or do you regret it?

Do you have any tips to share with those of us facing a hip replacement?

Thanks πŸ˜¬πŸ€”πŸ˜¬πŸ€”

PS: I didn't ever have arthritis until after getting fibro and the arthritis is like a fast rolling snowball, it keeps accelerating and expanding. Can anyone relate?

June 12, 2020 (edited)
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Members connected over questions about hip replacement recovery and the rapid spread of arthritis after a fibromyalgia diagnosis, with many... Read more

Members connected over questions about hip replacement recovery and the rapid spread of arthritis after a fibromyalgia diagnosis, with many sharing that their arthritis has expanded quickly to affect hands, wrists, knees, spine, and neck. Several members shared that loved ones who had hip replacements were happy with their results, though one noted that six months post-surgery, crossing legs still hadn't happened and wasn't a priority. A recurring theme was the emotional exhaustion of worsening joint pain, feeling unsupported by doctors and family, and wondering whether symptoms go beyond fibromyalgia alone.

A MyFibroTeam Member

My sister had both hips replaced and she was given so much pain relief that she barely took any pain medication. She doesn't have fibro and now needs her knees replaced. She is so happy wiith her hips she is looking forward to getting her knees done.

June 12, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

Widespread osteo arthritis. Already had one total knee replacement surgery and now having the other done. Horrible back issues and need multiple levels fused. Not ready for that big surgery. I think if you have one back surgery you will have several more.

June 12, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

if it's osteoarthrirtis it meansyou are still wearing out your joints,the Paleo diet is supposed to help too. if it's Rheumatiod arthritis go on diet for 3wks see if that helps

June 24, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

I can relate to that ...my arthritis seems to be getting worse at a faster rate ..i didnt have it until fibro either ...its destroying my life .

June 17, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

It has been 6 months and she still hasn't crossed her legs. Finds no reason to do it and therefore doesn't do it.

June 14, 2020

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