I went to the hospital today and my right hip will need surgery aswel but not for now but in a couple of years, i really hate it. how do you get over such a thing that makes you handicap its just hard to me. I feel like am lifeless.
Having THR tomorrow on left side....due to OA, I'm only 37 years old and still in pretty good shape, I just can't deal with the pain and stiffness in the hip any more. Not to mention calling into work often. Your posts are very motivational. I know I will never be able to run for long distances again but who wants to anyway. I just want to be strong again ! I feel so feeble lately! Any suggestions will be appreciated......looks like you did great!
@beatman62301 Get Hip Resurfacing if you want to stay active. It is like a real once it is healed. THR is for older patients. Go tothe best hip resurfacing dr.
You 're not even supposed to run with a THR. THR won't last long if you run. You should have get Hip resurfacing. It has no physical limitation. YOu can run, bike as much as you want once the hip is heal. Look up some of the world triathlons with hip resurfacing. Only go see a GOOD hip resurfacing doctor, if you want hip resurfacing.
Can you explain the comments about 90 degrees? I am a cyclist, and am contemplating the BHR surgery. I am 41 yo male with severe arthritis. I need to be able to get my thigh right up to my chest, to get low on the bike. I can't do that right now. Will this surgery help with that?
I also had bilateral hip dysplasia and had my first THR when I was 18, I had my 2nd THR this summer at the age of 21. I would advise you to please me be careful when running. My doctor advised me that running would be a no-go ever again.. while i sometimes "cheat" i don't do it on a normal basis! Congrats on progress, i have similar "battle wounds" so it's nice to see :)
Hello- my name is Paola and I also have documented my progress of my right THR. I was wondering, did you have a little bit of groin pain the first few months of surgery. I am not even 6wks in however I have a slight groin pain that might be because my muscles are really weak. Started therapy Friday. Any advise or thoughts :)
Hey derek, I loved the video, very uplifting, I had my hip replaced 6 weeks ago at 40, and as you may have experienced too, I cant wait for my 1st romantic night with my husband, you dont mention anything on your videos about romance!!! Any imput??
Those suggestions are just for your healing period.. When you are ready, you will be able to do mostly anything... I feel better than I have in 10yrs!!
These videos have really helped me and im sure others. Had my THR 5 weeks ago and am now able to walk AGAIN "well on crutches". I watched your story both pre and post op, and they helped me get over the fear of what turned out to be a life changing operation. My comment was really just to say thank you for taking the time to share your story, and to let others know that you really do get your life back.
thank you for showing this video.my mum as just had her hip done and is in so much pain.any tips on how she can be fit again like she was before? she is worried she won't walk again.
Your mom will be able to walk again trust me!!! She needs to take it slow and be patient which I know can be difficult. SHe has to try and walk with her crutches or walker everyday and listen to her physical therapist...
Gday amte, its really good to see you do all this. I was diagnosed with AVN about 4 1/2 yrs back I have pretty much all the moment of my leg and used to have pain in the past its been pretty much trouble free 3 1/2 yrs with just occasional slight pain. I just wanted to know how ur symptoms were.
I understand it is a personal thing but I just wanted first hand experience of others. Plz do let me know what ever u can.
Huge inspiration man! Thank you for posting this. I am not having any dissabilities but i want to exerccise and when i see people like you who had suffered this is the right "click" for me to start! Thank you!
Hi Derek, what an uplifting video I have found here to show my partner, who is on a waiting list. She won't believe itwhen I show her what you have achieved. Have you really pushed yourself hard??
You cant walk on a walker 2months after?? I find that hard to believe, are you rehabbing everyday and walking everyday?? You have do this or your recovery will become hindered!!
well my hip dislocated shortly after surgery and i had to have it fixed. An infection occured and i was nonweightbearing for 3 weeks so the rehab was hindered. I'm hoping to be strong and resilient just like you especially for someone this age.
ah I see, you had some major complications!! Jeez, thats pretty rough brother.. Reamain patient and focused and within the next 4-6 weeks you will start seeing and feeling a huge change.. Stay strong my friend and write me anytime!!
I went to the hospital today and my right hip will need surgery aswel but not for now but in a couple of years, i really hate it. how do you get over such a thing that makes you handicap its just hard to me. I feel like am lifeless.
dimivc 1 year ago
Awesome! Thnkx for posting all these videos Derek! We appreciate it.
wilpri 1 year ago
Thanks Derek. Muchisimas gracias.
gozxamaica 1 year ago
Having THR tomorrow on left side....due to OA, I'm only 37 years old and still in pretty good shape, I just can't deal with the pain and stiffness in the hip any more. Not to mention calling into work often. Your posts are very motivational. I know I will never be able to run for long distances again but who wants to anyway. I just want to be strong again ! I feel so feeble lately! Any suggestions will be appreciated......looks like you did great!
beatman62301 1 year ago
@beatman62301 Get Hip Resurfacing if you want to stay active. It is like a real once it is healed. THR is for older patients. Go tothe best hip resurfacing dr.
BokatorFighter 1 year ago
You 're not even supposed to run with a THR. THR won't last long if you run. You should have get Hip resurfacing. It has no physical limitation. YOu can run, bike as much as you want once the hip is heal. Look up some of the world triathlons with hip resurfacing. Only go see a GOOD hip resurfacing doctor, if you want hip resurfacing.
BokatorFighter 1 year ago
wow u look happy with ur new hip might i add u look healthy tooo
madzikud02 2 years ago
Can you explain the comments about 90 degrees? I am a cyclist, and am contemplating the BHR surgery. I am 41 yo male with severe arthritis. I need to be able to get my thigh right up to my chest, to get low on the bike. I can't do that right now. Will this surgery help with that?
vinbike 2 years ago
The surgery may help with that but talk with your docotor to find out if he recommends a range of motion of that type!!
derekb456 2 years ago
I also had bilateral hip dysplasia and had my first THR when I was 18, I had my 2nd THR this summer at the age of 21. I would advise you to please me be careful when running. My doctor advised me that running would be a no-go ever again.. while i sometimes "cheat" i don't do it on a normal basis! Congrats on progress, i have similar "battle wounds" so it's nice to see :)
georgiagirl1218 2 years ago
I cant recall any groin pain!! But my muscles were weak for sure!! Be patient and good things will come out of this!
derekb456 2 years ago
Hello- my name is Paola and I also have documented my progress of my right THR. I was wondering, did you have a little bit of groin pain the first few months of surgery. I am not even 6wks in however I have a slight groin pain that might be because my muscles are really weak. Started therapy Friday. Any advise or thoughts :)
pao2ndchance 2 years ago
you will be.. Remain patient and consistent with rehab and good things will happen!!
derekb456 2 years ago
Derek, fantastic vids man. Well done! Your determination is just inspiring.
djacimovic82 2 years ago
Great job
webkdd40 2 years ago
Hey derek, I loved the video, very uplifting, I had my hip replaced 6 weeks ago at 40, and as you may have experienced too, I cant wait for my 1st romantic night with my husband, you dont mention anything on your videos about romance!!! Any imput??
hdzmon68 3 years ago
In terms of romance, you should be feeling up to snuff in another 2weeks or so.. Take it slooow and you will be just fine!!
derekb456 3 years ago
Hi derek
I had my right hip replacement done 3 weeks ago, Doctors suggest not to cross your legs,and not to do over 90 degreee to your hip
and not to bear heavy weight? I saw you, you had done every thing excessing that points, can you suggest me any? Thank...
ahsyaing 3 years ago
Those suggestions are just for your healing period.. When you are ready, you will be able to do mostly anything... I feel better than I have in 10yrs!!
derekb456 3 years ago
These videos have really helped me and im sure others. Had my THR 5 weeks ago and am now able to walk AGAIN "well on crutches". I watched your story both pre and post op, and they helped me get over the fear of what turned out to be a life changing operation. My comment was really just to say thank you for taking the time to share your story, and to let others know that you really do get your life back.
evo33de 3 years ago
thank you for showing this video.my mum as just had her hip done and is in so much pain.any tips on how she can be fit again like she was before? she is worried she won't walk again.
philcab1 3 years ago
Your mom will be able to walk again trust me!!! She needs to take it slow and be patient which I know can be difficult. SHe has to try and walk with her crutches or walker everyday and listen to her physical therapist...
derekb456 3 years ago
What is AVN?
derekb456 3 years ago
Derek, AVN is Avascular Necrosis. It is a disease resulting from the temporary or permanent loss of the blood supply to the bones.
mark6drvr 3 years ago
Gday amte, its really good to see you do all this. I was diagnosed with AVN about 4 1/2 yrs back I have pretty much all the moment of my leg and used to have pain in the past its been pretty much trouble free 3 1/2 yrs with just occasional slight pain. I just wanted to know how ur symptoms were.
I understand it is a personal thing but I just wanted first hand experience of others. Plz do let me know what ever u can.
psidhu1979 3 years ago
I'm 42 and waiting for my full hip replacment. Oh boy I would love to be able to do half of what you do. Your a star.
madmashdog 3 years ago
You Wil be able to do what I do.. I am doing extremly well due to the surgery!! Best of luck and contact me anytime!!
derekb456 3 years ago
Huge inspiration man! Thank you for posting this. I am not having any dissabilities but i want to exerccise and when i see people like you who had suffered this is the right "click" for me to start! Thank you!
rakomelo7 3 years ago
your sick derek !!!!!!!!
Nomz090 4 years ago
Hi Derek, what an uplifting video I have found here to show my partner, who is on a waiting list. She won't believe itwhen I show her what you have achieved. Have you really pushed yourself hard??
psion69tube 4 years ago
Yes, I pushed myself pretty hard but believe me I took it slow at first and then begin to challenge myself on a weekly basis!
derekb456 4 years ago
you are really doing these activities with 2 replaced hips? Oh my!
I can barely even walk on a walker and i'm 2 months post-op
ThunderFever 4 years ago
You cant walk on a walker 2months after?? I find that hard to believe, are you rehabbing everyday and walking everyday?? You have do this or your recovery will become hindered!!
derekb456 4 years ago
well my hip dislocated shortly after surgery and i had to have it fixed. An infection occured and i was nonweightbearing for 3 weeks so the rehab was hindered. I'm hoping to be strong and resilient just like you especially for someone this age.
ThunderFever 4 years ago
ah I see, you had some major complications!! Jeez, thats pretty rough brother.. Reamain patient and focused and within the next 4-6 weeks you will start seeing and feeling a huge change.. Stay strong my friend and write me anytime!!
Derek
derekb456 4 years ago
yes, as long as i exercise everyday everything will become much easier!
And another question, are you able to sit past 90 degrees angle becuase that's the max i can sit up to
ThunderFever 4 years ago
Yes I can sit past 90 degrees..However I dont think we are supossed to that often..
derekb456 4 years ago
yeah. I think after the doctor givz u the green light then you can sit past 90 but only when necessary such as eating or standing up from the chair.
ThunderFever 4 years ago
Hey derek
i would like to ask u a question what routine did u set ur self to become fit please reply
thank you :)
Nomz090 4 years ago
Congrates on getting back on your feet Derek. Way to go!!!
OnFire514 4 years ago
Wow! That's amazing! I'm really pleased for you!
Xx0chloe0xX 4 years ago
Go, Derek. Good luck with your new life. May you live injury free and be physically active for the rest of your life.
jumba146 4 years ago
Thank you! I really feel like I have a new lease on life!!!
derekb456 4 years ago