Why are my legs so restless after Hip Replacement Surgery??

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a nightmare for anyone who has it. Surgery sometimes makes it worse. It's the last thing you need! What causes it, and how do you treat it? In this video we'll have a quick look at the options.
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00:00 Introduction
00:13 What is Restless Legs Syndrome?
00:55 RLS and Hip Surgery
01:17 Management of RLS
01:50 Prognosis

[@michelleandsteve9705]

I am a very fit and healthy 50 year old who is having her hip replaced in 2 weeks on the NHS in a private hospital. Im told this is due to my many years of body building and step aerobics!
I have watched every one of your videos and shorts so wanted to say a massive thank you for all the easy to understand info of which you deliver in such a captivating and gentle way.....
Keep making such amazing content.

[@johnbutler3141]

I had a hip replacement some 8 weeks ago. Restless and aching calfs. Magnesium helped a lot.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thanks for sharing that. Top tip.

[@maeterith1984]

Thanks for letting us know what you took. My friend has just had a hip operation and it's driving her nuts with the restless leg. This video is so informative, but the magnesium is a great help thanks.

[@karenpiraneo5426]

Me too!

[@JohnnyKristoffersen]

3 months post-op and just started getting restless leg syndrome. That combined with my hip still hurting when I wake up leads to some pretty bad nights rest

[@kellibailey]

I have had two total knee replacements & both times experienced restless legs. It is a horrible feeling. Thankfully it disappeared after a few months of being fully recovered

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thanks for sharing your experience. It's good to hear that the restlessness got better.

[@gailcrowe727]

I am still having some pain 14 weeks after hip replacement surgery, not too bad and
intermittent but it’s irritating. I am still doing the exercises. I am an 80 year old lady.
I also can’t bend down very far as it hurts.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Give it time. It can take a year to 18 months to recover fully.

[@gailcrowe727]

@@Lathamhipsurgery Thank you, it seems I must be patient. I was just worried that something may be wrong.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

@@gailcrowe727if you are worried then it’s best to speak to your surgeon and ask for advice.

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

Thank you! You have made my day. I really enjoy making the videos and feedback like yours keeps me going. I hope that your surgery goes well. Let us know how you get on.

[@merlin724]

I just 22...i suffered avascular necrosis....docters said to me hip replacement is the only solutions for you... I'm scared about that😢..... My hope always depends up on 'Jesus'❤ 0:02

[@markpatterson2811]

Operation 2 , rite hip Nov 2, first one healed fantastic , strong now.
Heading back to work as a bricklayer hopefully February, any advice doc when I go back to work

[@Lathamhipsurgery]

That’s a tough job to go back to after 2 THR! February sounds reasonable. Once you have completed the post surgery rehab at about 6 weeks, ask the physio to work with you on core strengthening exercises (back, abdomen) and your shoulders. Ask if you can phase your return to work until you are match fit again. Having 2 big operations close together knocks the stuffing out of you so be kind to yourself! Let us know how you get on.

[@markpatterson2811]

@@Lathamhipsurgery thanks mate