Every orthopedic surgeon should share this video with their patients. It answers many questions I've been having. Apparently, the answer is, "Yup! That's normal! You're exactly where you need to be " 🥰
I am a 60 yo female and had lateral hip replacement 08/28/24. This was the best summarisation of what to expect with a few exceptions for me at least one being not getting rid of the cane at about 2 weeks. I got rid of the walker this week which is 3 week postoperative and now I’m on cane. Also, I started at home physical therapy the day after surgery and the therapist had me doing leg lifts (as tolerated). I’ve had in home therapy 3 times a week and I also do the exercises everyday on my own 2 times a day. At this point I can do the leg lifts and lift my surgical leg pretty well. I walk very well with cane but still hop without it. I still have soreness but it gets better each day. I was told as he stated it’s not the implant but the lack of muscle strength. I start outpatient physical therapy next week. I had my 3 week post op appt this week and my surgeon was very pleased with my progress. Also, thankfully, the only swelling I had was at the incision area and around it but that has subsided. My advice to anyone that’s getting the surgery is to not compare yourself to others and think you are behind. Go at your own pace, do the exercises, when able move or walk as much as possible when you can and keep a positive attitude and make absolutely sure you up your protein 2 weeks before surgery and keep it up to help with healing. My incision looks great. No discolouration or even redness!! I’m walking farther each day. And lastly, as he stated you do see significant improvements daily. It’s small things we take for granted that will wow you especially after that 1 week mark. Thanks again for this great explanation.
I am 4 days post op from right THR. I've had a right shoulder and knee replaced and the THR was the easiest surgery and recovery after 4 days. I have followed the instructions from the surgeon and hospital and have had no pain whatsoever. I took the meds and used ice. I have used the walker but walked up and down the block today with no walker and felt fine. Thank God that hip pain is over!!
I’m getting a hip replacement in just about a month. None of the videos that I have watched over time mentioned anything about the leg swelling increasing and the pain increasing so many days after surgery. This video was the most informative video I have watched. Thanks
@@patriciahairston5382 I’m not sure how my body is going to respond to the surgery since everyone is different. At least I’ll be prepared now. Great video!
I didn’t have to much swelling , I iced a lot and was on feet occasionally each day . I was on tramadol for 4 days then just Tylenol and Advil . I had more pain from the arthritis than the surgery so I was so happy to be free of the pain and was walking unaided in 2 weeks . Started riding the stationary bike 2 times a day after week 2 which I found really loosened me up . I started Pilates at week 5 which helped immensely. Now I’m week 16 after my second hip in 12 months . In the gym every day since week 4 /5 , back to cross fit now , mountain biking , hockey , squats , dead lifts , Bulgarians , box jumps I forget I’ve even had my hips replaced. Very thankful to have my life back pain free 💪🏋️♀️🏄♂️🏒
My surgery is July 8, 2024 and I am in such a panic state. It’s been really hard trying to get out of it. I know that’s not gonna help me going into it. Ideas are greatly appreciated.😢
@@peggymcdonnell1379 my surgery is sometime tomorrow. There are times when I get nervous or even scared. But, I know it will be worth it in the end. I can’t go on living like this!!
This video really decreased my anxiety about my hip surgery 3 days ago. The pain I am experiencing in the soft tissue has been overwhelming. I'm so glad I found this!
Best video so far I’ve came across, thank you for his information I had total hip replacement on September 16, 2024 Sill in a lot of pain with lots of swelling, I started off wrong doing lots of walking the next day after surgery and up until I found this video, I’m swollen like a big watermelon. I thought more walking the better 😢
I am a very active 67 yo home care nurse, post op 16 days and can say this is the BEST decision I have EVER made! Mine was congenitive.... bone on bone/osteoporosis. Much numbness down the IT band (feeling is coming back now). Home PT has helped, now I have out patient PT. Since day 1 I have walked each day approx 3500 ft. Yes I had swelling but NO pain thank God. Elevate and ice. I stopped the Tramadal 24 hours after surgery and just took Tylenol. I used the walker for 5 days then the cane now I'm walking on my own! I know...everyone is different but I just wanna say if you have pain and your quality of life is shot REPLACE IT! Don't walk....RUN. You wont regret it 😁 And don't forget....they can't hit a moving target so keep moving!
I am 14 days post and I still can’t walk without my walker. They think that I should but I had my left hip replaced and the next are going to do my right knee so I don’t have any strength in my right knee to hold myself up with my bad left hip And I’m doing the exercises like they say so. I don’t know what else I’m supposed to do. My right knee is terrible. It was a tossup as to what we were going to do first, but my left hip was in so much pain so I feel like I’m behindin my progress😢 any thoughts anybody?
A bad hip can cause pain in the knees so IMO you did right in fixing the hip first. Have patience w/the hip as and do your exercises everyday. I am now 3 months post op....drink protein shakes everyday for muscle repair. You got this!!!
@@peggymcdonnell1379Congratulations Peggy. Sounds like the knee is next. I have had both hips done now, 17 years apart. I swim 2000 yards every day and if I can make a suggestion, it would be to swim. You can do that and get into tremendous shape. Good luck!
Am day 10 post op and wish I would have found you sooner! Have been doing the full leg lifts and the burning sensation is real, from day 7 to now. Am going to stop doing that excercise for a while and continue with others. Thank you for giving us permission to focus on healing and not walking x amount of steps. 🎉
Thank you so much for this video. I’ve done so much research and no one has explained as well as you have. I’m day 4 post op after having a total hip replacement on both my hips at the same time. This video has completely put me at ease! Thank you, from Australia 🇦🇺
I had my 2nd THA six weeks ago. I've always wanted to know why I was feeling what I was feeling with my first replacement and my recent one. I've watched maybe a hundred videos for explanations but never really found the answers I was looking for until this one. It is by far the best, most informative and practical explanation that I've found. Great job Dr. Yerasimides! and thank you!
Oh my goodness sir! I'm sitting here in tears listening to your video because nobody has explained to me what's happening after an hip replacement surgery that they went in through the front. My doctor has a team and only the nurses get back to me and they give me very vague answers. Every step by step process you're explaining is exactly what I'm going through. I tried the medication that they gave me at the hospital and it just made me projectile vomit I was super sick I stopped taking the medication at day two home from the hospital. The pain is almost unbearable . You explaining this everyday process is helping me immensely and giving me so much hope exclamation point I thank God for you! I switched from all Pharmaceuticals to Natural medications such as arnica and Arnica Gel and CBD oils and creams. Those help a lot. Having the knee pillows for your knees and your ankles helps tremendously with getting appropriate sleep . I turned 47, two days before my hip surgery. This was a follow-up from a drunk driver accident that I suffered from when I was only 24 years old. I got my left hip done first because it was the one that was causing me the most pain I literally couldn't even walk anymore up and down stairs or to a bathroom . I'm going to have to do the right hip which is going to be a little bit worse because there's already Hardware in that hip from the car accident you explaining this to me now that I'm in day 6 out of surgery give me a lot of Hope. Today for the first time I got up out of bed by myself walk to the bathroom by myself and use the bathroom by myself without a walker. However the rest of the day I am paying for it because I am in so much pain and extremely uncomfortable hearing what you said about day 6 me feel so much better. ❤ a million thanks to you for making this video!🙏🏾💗
Thanks for this, I wish my PT and ortho prepared me better. However, my recovery has been extremely slow with no explanation so far, two months today and I still need a crutch to walk.
One of the most upfront, honest and thorough explanations of what it will feel like! I'm having surgery in a month, and though I understand, I'm worried about the swelling to expect. At least I know now. Thanks!
I'm 12 days out and I wish I had listened to Dr. Y's video earlier. If I had I would have elevated the hip and applied ice more often. And get off of the opioids as soon as you can to avoid OIC. You'll be glad you did. And for those of you who have lost muscle strength, be sure and buy a toilet lift to assist you to stand up safely after using the toilet post-op.
Thank you!! I need all the encouragement i can get!!! Had my Friday! Its Monday three days out!! Three rough days with swelling and stiffness! Getting in and out of bed was the worse!!
This video was so helpful. Thank you so much. My husband fx his right hip a week ago from a biking accident. Had the hip replaced not even a week ago. He’s been doing exercises that PT gave him from the hospital. But yesterday he walked a lot more. Today not feeling as well. Now I understand why. I will be watching all the videos from your office. We live nearby there and I know that there are fantastic doctors in Louisville.
That's brilliant advice. I'm at six weeks now after my hip replacement and what you said is exactly correct. I ache after doing my exercises and wandered if this was right. But now you've said it's normal is a relief. It is getting better day by day,so looking forward to the twelve week period to see how well it is.
This is FANTASTIC. Thank you so much for being so informative. I live in the UK and am a former professional Ballet Dancer. I will be having my THR in july.of this year and your advice has really helped me to understand the healing process. I cannot understand why somebody would not have you as their surgeon . Sound advice.
Great video. Well explained. I'm a 61 year old female who actually broke my hip at the neck. At 1st I thought my life was over. I'm 3 months now after new hip.
Thank you, I had my hip surgery 5 weeks ago and have been giving myself a hard time thinking I should be out of pain after doing my exercises by now and should I be pushing myself more but your explanation has made me realise that im doing ok really and its ok to be still taking pain meds when needed.
My wife and I are both patients at Louisville Hip and Knee. They have performed 3 knee replacements and 2 hips. Everyone there treats you like family. They will spend all the time with you that you need. You can do no better than selecting them for treatment.
My mother is 65 year old. And she had partial hip replacement. She had infected twice. Doctor doing two step surgery now. She been arthritis pain from last 10 year and taking medication.What could help her to prevent keep happening?
Thank you ,I just had a total hip replacement 2 weeks ago. Went well walked I used for 5 days ,and now my Cane ,but it is a slow process I walk around inside and out ,not going up or down stairs in time this will happen. Thank you I feel better listening to you
I truly appreciate the details here. I had my hip replaced three weeks ago and getting some details about the progress within recovery and how things should feel, is great! They are so concerned with falls in the days immediately after that they don't talk much about what happens a week - 4 weeks out. I'm baffled that my checkup isn't until 13 weeks and they said I'm on restrictions until then... but I like your 6 week recommendations! I'm eager to get back to cycling.
Have had both hips replaced 2 years apart. Best advice I can offer is make sure you are at your correct BMI weight. In Australia we stay 3 days after the day of surgery. The only people I saw struggling were overweight during this two day period. BTW I am 71 never had problem after both ops. Good luck.
I’m looking at the surgery next Friday, which is 10 January 2025. I am so grateful I found this video I have been looking and looking for clear honest to God information and you have provided it. Thank you sir and happy new year to you.
Wow! I’m 8 days post op and have had this horrible pain on the top of my thigh. You’ve explained it perfectly and now I know it’s not an issue. Thank you for this video. It’s put my mind at ease!
I had total hip replacement 3 days ago and this video is right on the money with what I’ve experienced. Hearing that it’s gonna get better is really reassuring. It’s easy to be impatient in the beginning but having the right expectations helps. Thank you Dr. Y.
outstanding. First explanation I've had for the burning sensation I have in my thigh. Just had my left thigh done three days ago. Thigh is swelled a half again the size of my right. Started to worry until I saw this video. Thank you.
wow. I've been searching for this straight talk for the 6 days since my surgery. Thank heavens I found this. You have described my situation exactly. You're good.
65 yrs old very active in job and life, 2 weeks out ditched the cane, on the bike for transportation, live on the 3rd floor all steps. Every move is calculated, walking on the beach and on the grass with the dog felt a little strange- socks are the biggest challenge. The pain that drove me to do the surgery is non existent. the Doc’s explanation of the residual pain and stiffness is spot on. Slow and steady wins the race. Did I hear him correctly saying I can go back to Jiu Jitsu classes?
Thanks, JY. Excellent information. Just had my second hip resurfacing done (BHR), the first one having been done in 2007. You ought to make a video explaining the difference between replacement and resurfacing. Thanks again.
I had a total hip replacement two weeks ago. My situation became very strange. I was operated on a Monday, was released from hsp on Wednesday (because I was throwing up). Once home I was constipated on that Wednesday. I was able to get it passed, but then all hell broke loose. I started bleeding badly rectally for days. I was brought back to the hsp on Friday and released again on Sunday after the bleeding stopped. There is no confirmed explanation as to what went wrong. They told me it was most likely a bout of Colitis, which I had never had before. The cause is unknown. Once I started bleeding I panicked and didn’t take the meds they had prescribed for me, as I was unsure if the drugs and narcotics I was given in the hsp had caused it. All seems fine now, but it scared the heck out of me.
Thank you for your explanation. I am 2 days out from THR anterior and now that all the hospital pain killer is out of my body Im really feeling it, the pain and the stffiness and swelling. I now have an idea of what to expect in the next 2 or 3 months. Thank you for your straightforward explanation.
Hi, I found your video on a hip surgery search. I am sitting here at day 7 post-op reading this, because after the second night of some terrible pain, I was curious if this is nornal. Your video description of the first 7 days was SPOT ON!! At day 3, I honestly thought "this is a breeze" and by day 4 was ready to call my employer and go back to my remote desk job. I started taking more and more steps without my walker and decreased the pain meds. Well, then came day 6 and now 7, and your video is the exact reassurance that I needed. I'll make sure to take it a bit easier than I have been and work on the inflammation. I compare the pain to a major fall. The first days are excruciating pain and inability to move, constant pain. After those first few days, the pain is still very present, but shifts to more muscle and aches and that is very much in line with what you said about pain coming from fighting the inflammation. I was suprised how bruised and painful my knee is on the same anterior total hip replacement leg. The knee pain has been just as bad, if not worse than the hip. But, i also have "bone on bone" severe arthritis in both knees as well, with extreme pain even prior to the hip surgery. I just didnt expect bruising. Im assuming that's from those muscles being yanked during surgery and my knee being bent to it's flatest position on the surgical table for an extended amount of time. Thank you for reassuring me that the expectation is to start seeing improvements now after day 7 when the inflammation should be going down!
This is so reassuring. What you describe has been my experience in the first week, but I keep reading contradictory information online ("Don't overdo it! But definitely don't rest too much!") that has caused a lot of anxiety about what is normal and how to balance healing with movement. Thank you!
This video was super helpful. I am two weeks post surgery from staggered hip replacements. Struggling with how I am feeling as though I should be able to handle more. This put video provided a realistic perspective and will allow me to relax about my recovery process. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your clear and concise explanation. I’m one week out from my hip replacement. You described my recovery exactly and made me feel much better about my progress.
I had ths 7 months ago the top of my hip and lower back hurt upon movement that i didnt have lower side pain before surgery dr said maybe pince nerve xray say no pince nerve why is my lower back side of the threplacement hurt upon movement
This is very good. Im on day 5 and wondered why it was feeling more sore. I'm going to slow down my activities I thought I was helping doing more but now I know its the opposite. Great advice and goid to know what to expect.
Thank you for this very informative video. I am 6 weeks post anterior total hip replacement and my experience is exactly what you have described. I was worried that I still have some pain but your explanation was very helpful.
Having right THR on 10/28. My biggest concern isn't mentioned in this video. That is infection risk and whether or not to take antibiotics prior to dental visits. The thing is, I probably have a little bleeding in my mouth 6 - 8 times per year just from accidentally biting myself when eating. Then what? The ADA and AAOS official positions is antibiotics are not necessary before dental cleanings, but my surgeon says I need to for the rest of my life.
Physicians are confident w/ their work but patient stays scared until it’s over. I wish there was a way to take the fear from regular people and make them confident in the procedure. I’m tired of hurting but a chicken too. Gods blessings to the helpful surgeons 🙏
This video just gave me so much.. I'm 8 days past my left hip replacement surgery and discourage was turning into disappointment. I had my first therapy yesterday and my leg is HURTING like there was no sunshine ahead for a long while😅 THANK YOU for explaining exactly where I'm at and giving me the encouragement to look forward to 3 day physical rehab starting next week🦵🏿
I am 60 had hip replacement on my left hip due to AVN in August 2024. Its almost 3 months and the still feel pain or discomfort in my groin area. I still need to have surgery to my right hip, looking at jan 2025. My left leg is shorter than the right due to the AVN and after surgery its still the same. I cannot sit for long due to the severe lower back pain and getting up is painful due to the right hip AVN. Will these pain stop after i have the second surgery. I still experience pain on my operated leg phirifomis muscles and severe knee pains on both knees.
how old are you? How long until walking unaided? I've heard everything from 4 days to 4 weeks. I'm looking at this procedure in the near future it looks like. I'm wondering how long until I will be running, hiking etc.
this advice is so right on. I’ve experienced everything that he is spoken of and here. I am at just completing three weeks. I spoke to the nurse today the surgeons nurse and she told me I have all the bruising behind my thigh and down my knee and my my calf because they use the tourniquet on me, is that correct? Doctor? The toughest thing I have now is I wake up 2 to 3 times every night with just my whole leg aches and I don’t know how to address the aching
I’m hoping to hear something about an accidental partial hip surgery. This wasn’t planned and wasn’t due to arthritis. Plus, I was in the hospital for 7 days and then went to a good rehab facility for 2 weeks. Was home for a week or two, then completely blacked out and fell on broken hip side, but didn’t dislocate anything, fortunately, but spent another week in the hospital because I severely injured my head. I’m at 8 weeks now, still using the walker and going to physical therapy.
Great video, Doc! I’m post-op day-1 today. Had a right total hip done yesterday. Walked easily and independently ‘yesterday’ when I got home. Woke up this morning and I can tell today’s gonna be different. This morning it feels like someone beat my thigh repeatedly with a baseball bat while I was asleep. Regardless, I’m glad I had it done. I’ve got a couple weeks off before returning to the ER, and have my fingers crossed. Lots of good tips and advice from your video about what I can expect in the days and weeks ahead. Appreciate it very much! Just subscribed, by the way!
I broke my 2nd hip in Jan and I’m still walking with a cane. When I broke my first hip I recovered very quickly. I have been exercising diligently. Any ideas why I’m still having to use a cane?
Every orthopedic surgeon should share this video with their patients. It answers many questions I've been having. Apparently, the answer is, "Yup! That's normal! You're exactly where you need to be " 🥰
I am a 60 yo female and had lateral hip replacement 08/28/24. This was the best summarisation of what to expect with a few exceptions for me at least one being not getting rid of the cane at about 2 weeks. I got rid of the walker this week which is 3 week postoperative and now I’m on cane. Also, I started at home physical therapy the day after surgery and the therapist had me doing leg lifts (as tolerated). I’ve had in home therapy 3 times a week and I also do the exercises everyday on my own 2 times a day. At this point I can do the leg lifts and lift my surgical leg pretty well. I walk very well with cane but still hop without it. I still have soreness but it gets better each day. I was told as he stated it’s not the implant but the lack of muscle strength. I start outpatient physical therapy next week. I had my 3 week post op appt this week and my surgeon was very pleased with my progress. Also, thankfully, the only swelling I had was at the incision area and around it but that has subsided. My advice to anyone that’s getting the surgery is to not compare yourself to others and think you are behind. Go at your own pace, do the exercises, when able move or walk as much as possible when you can and keep a positive attitude and make absolutely sure you up your protein 2 weeks before surgery and keep it up to help with healing. My incision looks great. No discolouration or even redness!! I’m walking farther each day. And lastly, as he stated you do see significant improvements daily. It’s small things we take for granted that will wow you especially after that 1 week mark.
Thanks again for this great explanation.
Finally, someone addresses exactly what us patients are experiencing.
I am 4 days post op from right THR. I've had a right shoulder and knee replaced and the THR was the easiest surgery and recovery after 4 days. I have followed the instructions from the surgeon and hospital and have had no pain whatsoever. I took the meds and used ice. I have used the walker but walked up and down the block today with no walker and felt fine. Thank God that hip pain is over!!
I’m getting a hip replacement in just about a month. None of the videos that I have watched over time mentioned anything about the leg swelling increasing and the pain increasing so many days after surgery. This video was the most informative video I have watched. Thanks
So true this video is way more informative than any I have seen so far concerning inflammation and swelling
@@patriciahairston5382 I’m not sure how my body is going to respond to the surgery since everyone is different. At least I’ll be prepared now. Great video!
I didn’t have to much swelling , I iced a lot and was on feet occasionally each day . I was on tramadol for 4 days then just Tylenol and Advil . I had more pain from the arthritis than the surgery so I was so happy to be free of the pain and was walking unaided in 2 weeks . Started riding the stationary bike 2 times a day after week 2 which I found really loosened me up . I started Pilates at week 5 which helped immensely. Now I’m week 16 after my second hip in 12 months . In the gym every day since week 4 /5 , back to cross fit now , mountain biking , hockey , squats , dead lifts , Bulgarians , box jumps
I forget I’ve even had my hips replaced. Very thankful to have my life back pain free 💪🏋️♀️🏄♂️🏒
My surgery is July 8, 2024 and I am in such a panic state. It’s been really hard trying to get out of it. I know that’s not gonna help me going into it. Ideas are greatly appreciated.😢
@@peggymcdonnell1379 my surgery is sometime tomorrow. There are times when I get nervous or even scared. But, I know it will be worth it in the end. I can’t go on living like this!!
This video really decreased my anxiety about my hip surgery 3 days ago. The pain I am experiencing in the soft tissue has been overwhelming. I'm so glad I found this!
Best video so far I’ve came across, thank you for his information
I had total hip replacement on September 16, 2024
Sill in a lot of pain with lots of swelling, I started off wrong doing lots of walking the next day after surgery and up until I found this video, I’m swollen like a big watermelon.
I thought more walking the better 😢
I am a very active 67 yo home care nurse, post op 16 days and can say this is the BEST decision I have EVER made! Mine was congenitive.... bone on bone/osteoporosis. Much numbness down the IT band (feeling is coming back now). Home PT has helped, now I have out patient PT. Since day 1 I have walked each day approx 3500 ft. Yes I had swelling but NO pain thank God. Elevate and ice. I stopped the Tramadal 24 hours after surgery and just took Tylenol. I used the walker for 5 days then the cane now I'm walking on my own! I know...everyone is different but I just wanna say if you have pain and your quality of life is shot REPLACE IT! Don't walk....RUN. You wont regret it 😁 And don't forget....they can't hit a moving target so keep moving!
You understand well how it is thanks you for your advice.
I am 14 days post and I still can’t walk without my walker. They think that I should but I had my left hip replaced and the next are going to do my right knee so I don’t have any strength in my right knee to hold myself up with my bad left hip And I’m doing the exercises like they say so. I don’t know what else I’m supposed to do. My right knee is terrible. It was a tossup as to what we were going to do first, but my left hip was in so much pain so I feel like I’m behindin my progress😢 any thoughts anybody?
A bad hip can cause pain in the knees so IMO you did right in fixing the hip first. Have patience w/the hip as and do your exercises everyday. I am now 3 months post op....drink protein shakes everyday for muscle repair. You got this!!!
@@peggymcdonnell1379Congratulations Peggy. Sounds like the knee is next. I have had both hips done now, 17 years apart. I swim 2000 yards every day and if I can make a suggestion, it would be to swim. You can do that and get into tremendous shape. Good luck!
Am day 10 post op and wish I would have found you sooner! Have been doing the full leg lifts and the burning sensation is real, from day 7 to now. Am going to stop doing that excercise for a while and continue with others. Thank you for giving us permission to focus on healing and not walking x amount of steps. 🎉
Best video ever..No one ever tells you this
Thank you so much for this video. I’ve done so much research and no one has explained as well as you have. I’m day 4 post op after having a total hip replacement on both my hips at the same time. This video has completely put me at ease! Thank you, from Australia 🇦🇺
I had my 2nd THA six weeks ago. I've always wanted to know why I was feeling what I was feeling with my first replacement and my recent one. I've watched maybe a hundred videos for explanations but never really found the answers I was looking for until this one. It is by far the best, most informative and practical explanation that I've found. Great job Dr. Yerasimides! and thank you!
Great explanation. 5 wks out and still have crazy pain. I have been doing to much.
@@ValerieHootmanYes, don't overdo it and it will heal faster.
Oh my goodness sir! I'm sitting here in tears listening to your video because nobody has explained to me what's happening after an hip replacement surgery that they went in through the front. My doctor has a team and only the nurses get back to me and they give me very vague answers. Every step by step process you're explaining is exactly what I'm going through. I tried the medication that they gave me at the hospital and it just made me projectile vomit I was super sick I stopped taking the medication at day two home from the hospital. The pain is almost unbearable . You explaining this everyday process is helping me immensely and giving me so much hope exclamation point I thank God for you! I switched from all Pharmaceuticals to Natural medications such as arnica and Arnica Gel and CBD oils and creams. Those help a lot. Having the knee pillows for your knees and your ankles helps tremendously with getting appropriate sleep . I turned 47, two days before my hip surgery. This was a follow-up from a drunk driver accident that I suffered from when I was only 24 years old. I got my left hip done first because it was the one that was causing me the most pain I literally couldn't even walk anymore up and down stairs or to a bathroom . I'm going to have to do the right hip which is going to be a little bit worse because there's already Hardware in that hip from the car accident you explaining this to me now that I'm in day 6 out of surgery give me a lot of Hope. Today for the first time I got up out of bed by myself walk to the bathroom by myself and use the bathroom by myself without a walker. However the rest of the day I am paying for it because I am in so much pain and extremely uncomfortable hearing what you said about day 6 me feel so much better. ❤ a million thanks to you for making this video!🙏🏾💗
The absolute best explanation of what to expect after a hip replacement.
Doc, I'm gonna give it to you straight: You are tremendous! Your eye contact and delivery are fantastic. Great communication!
Just had hip replacement this is the best explanation of my soreness
Thanks for this, I wish my PT and ortho prepared me better. However, my recovery has been extremely slow with no explanation so far, two months today and I still need a crutch to walk.
Great job explaining the healing process. The best video I have seen so far. I am day two of a total hip replacement
One of the most upfront, honest and thorough explanations of what it will feel like! I'm having surgery in a month, and though I understand, I'm worried about the swelling to expect. At least I know now. Thanks!
I'm 12 days out and I wish I had listened to Dr. Y's video earlier. If I had I would have elevated the hip and applied ice more often. And get off of the opioids as soon as you can to avoid OIC. You'll be glad you did. And for those of you who have lost muscle strength, be sure and buy a toilet lift to assist you to stand up safely after using the toilet post-op.
Most realistic and useful hip replacement talk I’ve heard yet!
Dr Y did my surgery and it went exactly as he described.These videos are so helpful at easing the anxiety about the surgery.
This is by far, one of, if not THE best presentation on expectations after THR. I go in tomorrow for mine! Thank you doctor!
Thank you!! I need all the encouragement i can get!!! Had my Friday! Its Monday three days out!! Three rough days with swelling and stiffness! Getting in and out of bed was the worse!!
This video was so helpful. Thank you so much. My husband fx his right hip a week ago from a biking accident. Had the hip replaced not even a week ago. He’s been doing exercises that PT gave him from the hospital. But yesterday he walked a lot more. Today not feeling as well. Now I understand why. I will be watching all the videos from your office. We live nearby there and I know that there are fantastic doctors in Louisville.
That's brilliant advice. I'm at six weeks now after my hip replacement and what you said is exactly correct. I ache after doing my exercises and wandered if this was right. But now you've said it's normal is a relief. It is getting better day by day,so looking forward to the twelve week period to see how well it is.
Thanks Dr... For explaining so beautifully and aptly. I will have my hip replacement on 27th of December.
Best wishes to you Dr.
Excellent video. I'm 2 weeks post-op, and this answered most of my questions about pain.
This is FANTASTIC. Thank you so much for being so informative. I live in the UK and am a former professional Ballet Dancer. I will be having my THR in july.of this year and your advice has really helped me to understand the healing process. I cannot understand why somebody would not have you as their surgeon . Sound advice.
Thank you. You explain a whole lot make me feel better about my surgery.
Great video. Well explained. I'm a 61 year old female who actually broke my hip at the neck. At 1st I thought my life was over. I'm 3 months now after new hip.
Thank you, I had my hip surgery 5 weeks ago and have been giving myself a hard time thinking I should be out of pain after doing my exercises by now and should I be pushing myself more but your explanation has made me realise that im doing ok really and its ok to be still taking pain meds when needed.
My wife and I are both patients at Louisville Hip and Knee. They have performed 3 knee replacements and 2 hips. Everyone there treats you like family. They will spend all the time with you that you need. You can do no better than selecting them for treatment.
That was my experience @week 5 now,I'm certainly listening to you DR! I'm a RN too,so the most important quality to have is patience!
Great concise explanation of the recovery process.
My mother is 65 year old. And she had partial hip replacement. She had infected twice. Doctor doing two step surgery now. She been arthritis pain from last 10 year and taking medication.What could help her to prevent keep happening?
Thank you ,I just had a total hip replacement 2 weeks ago. Went well walked I used for 5 days ,and now my Cane ,but it is a slow process I walk around inside and out ,not going up or down stairs in time this will happen. Thank you I feel better listening to you
Thank you for this video! I'm at 10 weeks post surgery at age 75. I still have some ache at the top of my hip, but no pain.
I truly appreciate the details here. I had my hip replaced three weeks ago and getting some details about the progress within recovery and how things should feel, is great! They are so concerned with falls in the days immediately after that they don't talk much about what happens a week - 4 weeks out. I'm baffled that my checkup isn't until 13 weeks and they said I'm on restrictions until then... but I like your 6 week recommendations! I'm eager to get back to cycling.
Have had both hips replaced 2 years apart. Best advice I can offer is make sure you are at your correct BMI weight. In Australia we stay 3 days after the day of surgery. The only people I saw struggling were overweight during this two day period. BTW I am 71 never had problem after both ops. Good luck.
I’m looking at the surgery next Friday, which is 10 January 2025. I am so grateful I found this video I have been looking and looking for clear honest to God information and you have provided it. Thank you sir and happy new year to you.
I am two weeks post-op and found this super helpful, thank you!
Excellent video, Doctor!! Thank you for the most detailed explanation of post-op expectation. 🙏🏻
This is so spot on. You were so accurate with everything you said. Thank you.
Wow! I’m 8 days post op and have had this horrible pain on the top of my thigh. You’ve explained it perfectly and now I know it’s not an issue. Thank you for this video. It’s put my mind at ease!
Thank you so much for this incredibly detailed explanation of what recovery will be like. I so appreciate it!
Now i fully understand my feeling towards my hip replacement..thank you for the information ...
I had total hip replacement 3 days ago and this video is right on the money with what I’ve experienced. Hearing that it’s gonna get better is really reassuring. It’s easy to be impatient in the beginning but having the right expectations helps. Thank you Dr. Y.
outstanding. First explanation I've had for the burning sensation I have in my thigh. Just had my left thigh done three days ago. Thigh is swelled a half again the size of my right. Started to worry until I saw this video. Thank you.
1 day post op and really appreciate your video on what to expect. Excellent! I'll be referring to it as I progress.
I found this video very instructive day after tomorrow is my surgery. I had my husband watch it as well its super informative. Thank you Sir
wow. I've been searching for this straight talk for the 6 days since my surgery. Thank heavens I found this. You have described my situation exactly. You're good.
Thanks for putting together this video; very helpful in setting expectations!
65 yrs old very active in job and life, 2 weeks out ditched the cane, on the bike for transportation, live on the 3rd floor all steps. Every move is calculated, walking on the beach and on the grass with the dog felt a little strange- socks are the biggest challenge. The pain that drove me to do the surgery is non existent. the Doc’s explanation of the residual pain and stiffness is spot on. Slow and steady wins the race. Did I hear him correctly saying I can go back to Jiu Jitsu classes?
Thanks, JY. Excellent information. Just had my second hip resurfacing done (BHR), the first one having been done in 2007. You ought to make a video explaining the difference between replacement and resurfacing. Thanks again.
You’re absolutely correct about weight
I had a total hip replacement two weeks ago. My situation became very strange. I was operated on a Monday, was released from hsp on Wednesday (because I was throwing up). Once home I was constipated on that Wednesday. I was able to get it passed, but then all hell broke loose. I started bleeding badly rectally for days. I was brought back to the hsp on Friday and released again on Sunday after the bleeding stopped. There is no confirmed explanation as to what went wrong. They told me it was most likely a bout of Colitis, which I had never had before. The cause is unknown. Once I started bleeding I panicked and didn’t take the meds they had prescribed for me, as I was unsure if the drugs and narcotics I was given in the hsp had caused it. All seems fine now, but it scared the heck out of me.
Best vid I've seen. Thx. Maybe a mention of anterior vs posterior approaches? Very accurate vid.
Thank you for your explanation. I am 2 days out from THR anterior and now that all the hospital pain killer is out of my body Im really feeling it, the pain and the stffiness and swelling. I now have an idea of what to expect in the next 2 or 3 months. Thank you for your straightforward explanation.
Hi, I found your video on a hip surgery search. I am sitting here at day 7 post-op reading this, because after the second night of some terrible pain, I was curious if this is nornal. Your video description of the first 7 days was SPOT ON!!
At day 3, I honestly thought "this is a breeze" and by day 4 was ready to call my employer and go back to my remote desk job. I started taking more and more steps without my walker and decreased the pain meds. Well, then came day 6 and now 7, and your video is the exact reassurance that I needed. I'll make sure to take it a bit easier than I have been and work on the inflammation.
I compare the pain to a major fall. The first days are excruciating pain and inability to move, constant pain. After those first few days, the pain is still very present, but shifts to more muscle and aches and that is very much in line with what you said about pain coming from fighting the inflammation.
I was suprised how bruised and painful my knee is on the same anterior total hip replacement leg. The knee pain has been just as bad, if not worse than the hip. But, i also have "bone on bone" severe arthritis in both knees as well, with extreme pain even prior to the hip surgery. I just didnt expect bruising. Im assuming that's from those muscles being yanked during surgery and my knee being bent to it's flatest position on the surgical table for an extended amount of time.
Thank you for reassuring me that the expectation is to start seeing improvements now after day 7 when the inflammation should be going down!
This is so reassuring. What you describe has been my experience in the first week, but I keep reading contradictory information online ("Don't overdo it! But definitely don't rest too much!") that has caused a lot of anxiety about what is normal and how to balance healing with movement. Thank you!
My son is 16 years old and will be doing a full hip replacement. How normal will he be after?
You described it perfectly, I’ve just had mine done 3 days ago and yes my leg has swollen but the pain isn’t that bad thanks Doc,❤️👍🏴
This video was super helpful. I am two weeks post surgery from staggered hip replacements. Struggling with how I am feeling as though I should be able to handle more. This put video provided a realistic perspective and will allow me to relax about my recovery process. Thank you!
This was the best hip video I’ve seen on RUclips. Thanks so much!!!
Thank you so much for your clear and concise explanation. I’m one week out from my hip replacement. You described my recovery exactly and made me feel much better about my progress.
I had ths 7 months ago the top of my hip and lower back hurt upon movement that i didnt have lower side pain before surgery dr said maybe pince nerve xray say no pince nerve why is my lower back side of the threplacement hurt upon movement
I have hip replacement next week. Really appreciate this video!
This is very good. Im on day 5 and wondered why it was feeling more sore. I'm going to slow down my activities I thought I was helping doing more but now I know its the opposite. Great advice and goid to know what to expect.
thank you for your valuable information .you have been a great help
Great info and so well presented!!! My hip feels better already!
Excellent video. My right total hip is a week from this Thursday. The pain is excruciating
Thank you very much for doing this video. Although everyone is different, there is a general pattern to recovery, which you explained very well.
Omg! this is by far the best breakdown I’ve watched on what to expect after my upcoming THR. Thank you so much!
My hip replacement is next month. What you have said is very helpful for me. My expectations are different now.
Thank you for this very informative video. I am 6 weeks post anterior total hip replacement and my experience is exactly what you have described. I was worried that I still have some pain but your explanation was very helpful.
Excellent video! The best explanation I have found ! Thank you !
Had total hip replacement July 2nd 2024 he answered all my questions great video doctor
Having right THR on 10/28. My biggest concern isn't mentioned in this video. That is infection risk and whether or not to take antibiotics prior to dental visits. The thing is, I probably have a little bleeding in my mouth 6 - 8 times per year just from accidentally biting myself when eating. Then what? The ADA and AAOS official positions is antibiotics are not necessary before dental cleanings, but my surgeon says I need to for the rest of my life.
The best info I have heard,thanks really made my recovery easier 😊
I'm so impressed with this video cos it's giving answers yo what I'm going through I'm 1week from surgery thank you Dr
Thank you im from the UK and everything you have said makes perfect sense
Dr Yerasmides -subtlety comprehensive talk
Very helpful ❤
Thank you,new hip 3 days ago this realllly helped in a simple way,not so worried anymore. Thank You😊
Brilliant video. Thank you
Day 3 of THR and really feeling it. Best video I've watched and questions answered. Thank you.
Physicians are confident w/ their work but patient stays scared until it’s over. I wish there was a way to take the fear from regular people and make them confident in the procedure. I’m tired of hurting but a chicken too.
Gods blessings to the helpful surgeons 🙏
This video just gave me so much.. I'm 8 days past my left hip replacement surgery and discourage was turning into disappointment. I had my first therapy yesterday and my leg is HURTING like there was no sunshine ahead for a long while😅 THANK YOU for explaining exactly where I'm at and giving me the encouragement to look forward to 3 day physical rehab starting next week🦵🏿
I am 60 had hip replacement on my left hip due to AVN in August 2024. Its almost 3 months and the still feel pain or discomfort in my groin area. I still need to have surgery to my right hip, looking at jan 2025. My left leg is shorter than the right due to the AVN and after surgery its still the same. I cannot sit for long due to the severe lower back pain and getting up is painful due to the right hip AVN. Will these pain stop after i have the second surgery. I still experience pain on my operated leg phirifomis muscles and severe knee pains on both knees.
Thanks for an incredibly informative video Jonathan.
I had a hip replacement about a month ago. I've progressed from a walker, to a cane and now I am walking on my own. Mass General Hospital is amazing!
how old are you? How long until walking unaided? I've heard everything from 4 days to 4 weeks. I'm looking at this procedure in the near future it looks like. I'm wondering how long until I will be running, hiking etc.
Great video. I'm having hip surgery Nov 18. Thanks for info
Great info. I had replacement 10/15/24. I overdid it Day 1 after surgery and I’m paying the price.
Thank you for sharing that. I had surgery 2 days ago.
Take it easy!
this advice is so right on. I’ve experienced everything that he is spoken of and here. I am at just completing three weeks. I spoke to the nurse today the surgeons nurse and she told me I have all the bruising behind my thigh and down my knee and my my calf because they use the tourniquet on me, is that correct? Doctor?
The toughest thing I have now is I wake up 2 to 3 times every night with just my whole leg aches and I don’t know how to address the aching
I’m hoping to hear something about an accidental partial hip surgery. This wasn’t planned and wasn’t due to arthritis. Plus, I was in the hospital for 7 days and then went to a good rehab facility for 2 weeks. Was home for a week or two, then completely blacked out and fell on broken hip side, but didn’t dislocate anything, fortunately, but spent another week in the hospital because I severely injured my head. I’m at 8 weeks now, still using the walker and going to physical therapy.
very helpful! Great explanation of expectations, best I've seen.
Great video, Doc! I’m post-op day-1 today. Had a right total hip done yesterday. Walked easily and independently ‘yesterday’ when I got home. Woke up this morning and I can tell today’s gonna be different. This morning it feels like someone beat my thigh repeatedly with a baseball bat while I was asleep.
Regardless, I’m glad I had it done. I’ve got a couple weeks off before returning to the ER, and have my fingers crossed.
Lots of good tips and advice from your video about what I can expect in the days and weeks ahead. Appreciate it very much!
Just subscribed, by the way!
Luck to find such a valuable info, Thanks Doc. Stay Blessed❤❤❤
Thank you. Very helpful.
I broke my 2nd hip in Jan and I’m still walking with a cane. When I broke my first hip I recovered very quickly. I have been exercising diligently. Any ideas why I’m still having to use a cane?
Great video, op in 1 week. Have a question about pain management.
Can I use CBD alongside narcotic meds?
Thank you