Re: Re: 26 year old Hip Replacement ??

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It is a fact that the body wears out. Otherwise we would live forever. >>> Slows down I might agree to but some that pass are healthier then others in their 20's have ever been~ all a matter of how they tend to their bodies needs over the years but just because one is "elder" does not mean necessarily their body is fallen apart nor that they don't have a good quality of life.

And I did not originate the youth is wasted on the young. >>> I never said you did... I did however quote what you had said in your comment & merely commented in return

Sorry you don't agree, but don't take it out on me. >>> There are always 2 sides of every issue and no one said that this board has to agree on any topic mentioned~ More minds commenting I'm sure means the more opunions or ways available looking at the very same issue. Sorry that you feel threatened or attacted by any others out look on the same issues... that's maybe due to your insecurities. I however value anothers view and am mature enough to agree on disagreeing~ doesn't mean that any view is any righter then the other.... just another way of looking at it.

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Hi Sassy Lou,

Thanks for the nice e-mail I got a call from my grandson he'll be 14 on dec.30 he told me because my Sister and Brother In Law are mad at his Mom I won't see him until I find my own place . I still wonder what I did so bad that my daughter asked me to move like she did she told me if I didn't move that she would move . I don't know if I said anything but I just lost my brother on Sept 27 he was 59 I haven't seen him in nine years I was hoping to see him once since we where getting older I'm the olderst I'll be 63 in Jan. Well I hope your doing ok and have a nice day.

Susie

-------------- Original message -------------- Dang Susie hate hearing about all the movement in two weeks. I hate moving PERIOD and the of it to be done the more it bites. LOL It's good that your sister has permitted you to stay with them~ sure does sound like your in a much safer envirnoment then with the strange guy which I would agree just doesn't sound like he's got all his marbles to play the sanity game. Hopefully you'll soon find a place of your own you can actually settle peacefully into and not have to worry about the steps or any more moving. It's nice having a place to stay should you need one but it's true that "there's no place like home". Living under anothers roof after having your own certainly does bring about hardships in adjusting to their rules & not being able to do whatever you'd like (as in painting/papering, picture hanging or home wise fixing it to your suiting) but the most important thing is your in a safe place with a roof over your head. Nice too having someone there should you need assistance. Steps do stink... but better one flight then two to climb and maybe their just difficult for you now because your not used to them. I'm sure traveling them you'll adjust and soon be climbing when you want verse when you can. I wouldn't worry about things Susie... they'll all fall into place for you... I truly believe in my heart that a door only closes because one better is to open. So keep the faith that it'll all work itself out and things will get better~ sometimes just takes a lil more time then we'd like.... but in the end it'll come together just as it should. I hope you don't mind me telling you this >>> Not at all sweetie. These boards are for replacement patients and topics of decussion related to the before, during & after but their also for support & encouragement. We become somewhat of "related bad body family members" giggling and it's nice to have a place to lean when you need to even though it's not a "bad body issue". It's kinda nice to actually have "something else" to talk about for a change We all have our occasional "needed vents" that's human nature... so don't feel badly that you shared it~ you needed someone to listen and that's okay. :)I was glad to read your post again I always think you say the right thing to people and it helps a lot. >>> Awww thanks Susie... I'm sure all don't agree with you & some say I'm a lil "to blunt" at times but I can say I try. I've remained a voice on the boards in hopes of helping another to find hope when they've lost it. Mostly because my failed THR took me sometime to except & over come. I just want others to know that even in bad there is good if we seek it out. I know how very difficult actually FINDING IT can be on occasion but I've learned in life there are always two ways of looking at ANY issue.... negative & positively~ when I invest the time in the negative I always follow with the positive end of it... some aren't as capable in doing that which is a shame and brings about more heartache then one should experience. I only hope that my voice helps others to see that life is still very enjoyable with bad out comes.Well you take one day at a time. >>> Will do Susie and you do the same. I'll keep you in my thoughts & prayers and you enjoy your day.

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I got a call from my grandson he'll be 14 on dec. 30 he told me because my Sister and Brother In Law are mad at his Mom I won't see him until I find my own place. >>> That's such as shame Susie~ I know how very disappointing that must seem to you both. Maybe you all could find middle ground and meet somewhere for dinner. Or visit at another family members place ? I'm sure if you put your heads together you could work out something. But if you can't... then write one another~ granted it's not like being face to face but at least you could still keep in touch about things and it's a way of sharing sometime together personally.

I still wonder what I did so bad that my daughter asked me to move like she did >>> I wouldn't wonder about it Susie... if you don't honestly know then I would call and ask her or write a letter to her about how you feel about things and let her know that you don't understand how or WHAT differences have come between you but you want to patch things up and move forward. Just be honest about it all... she still loves you regardless. Maybe it's something that you said which was taken outta context or misunderstood by her and you not clarifying has only matters worse because then she's left to assume. Communication is what is most important~ without it.... you'll both be missing out on the relationship you shared. Mind you... this isn't something you can fix alone~ it'll take both of you to change what is.... but maybe calling truce, apologizing and working it out is long over due.... for BOTH of you~ Someones gotta make the first move in resolving it or things will just continue to deteriorate between you.

but I just lost my brother on Sept 27 he was 59 I haven't seen him in nine years I was hoping to see him once since we where getting older >>> Hate that you didn't get to see your brother before his passing~ I'm sure that was difficult for you as it was something that you wanted and 9 yrs. is awhile to miss out on things. But when we're left behind don't see it as a loss. He's merely gone to better places which you'll share one day. Be greatful for what time you had together, that he didn't suffer and lean upon your joyful memories when you miss him most.

I'm the olderst I'll be 63 in Jan >>> I'm not real good about remembering birthdays. LOL So.... happy early birthday. Your very blessed~

Well I hope your doing ok and have a nice day. >>> I'm doing terrific these days all things considered. Would be doing better if my sleep patterns would return. LOL Trying to get ready for the holidays. Things have been busy with the kids school functions and soon they'll be out for Thanksgiving which will be nice. Only thing I've not really liked is seems every year they push Christmas a season closer..... this year our area had things out in mid October. Any hoots... you keep the chin up Susie... it'll get better~ Wear a smile and have yourself a terrific day as well.

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Hi Sassy Lou,

I e-mail my daughter and she never answer me I think she got upset because I told her I didn't want to see her boyfriend in the new place I get I told my daughter it was up to her if she wanted to come and see me I just told her I was hurt by what happen .Well you take care and have a nice day.

Susie

-------------- Original message -------------- I got a call from my grandson he'll be 14 on dec. 30 he told me because my Sister and Brother In Law are mad at his Mom I won't see him until I find my own place. >>> That's such as shame Susie~ I know how very disappointing that must seem to you both. Maybe you all could find middle ground and meet somewhere for dinner. Or visit at another family members place ? I'm sure if you put your heads together you could work out something. But if you can't... then write one another~ granted it's not like being face to face but at least you could still keep in touch about things and it's a way of sharing sometime together personally. I still wonder what I did so bad that my daughter asked me to move like she did >>> I wouldn't wonder about it Susie... if you don't honestly know then I would call and ask her or write a letter to her about how you feel about things and let her know that you don't understand how or WHAT differences have come between you but you want to patch things up and move forward. Just be honest about it all... she still loves you regardless. Maybe it's something that you said which was taken outta context or misunderstood by her and you not clarifying has only matters worse because then she's left to assume. Communication is what is most important~ without it.... you'll both be missing out on the relationship you shared. Mind you... this isn't something you can fix alone~ it'll take both of you to change what is.... but maybe calling truce, apologizing and working it out is long over due.... for BOTH of you~ Someones gotta make the first move in resolving it or things will just continue to deteriorate between you.but I just lost my brother on Sept 27 he was 59 I haven't seen him in nine years I was hoping to see him once since we where getting older >>> Hate that you didn't get to see your brother before his passing~ I'm sure that was difficult for you as it was something that you wanted and 9 yrs. is awhile to miss out on things. But when we're left behind don't see it as a loss. He's merely gone to better places which you'll share one day. Be greatful for what time you had together, that he didn't suffer and lean upon your joyful memories when you miss him most.I'm the olderst I'll be 63 in Jan >>> I'm not real good about remembering birthdays. LOL So.... happy early birthday. Your very blessed~Well I hope your doing ok and have a nice day. >>> I'm doing terrific these days all things considered. Would be doing better if my sleep patterns would return. LOL Trying to get ready for the holidays. Things have been busy with the kids school functions and soon they'll be out for Thanksgiving which will be nice. Only thing I've not really liked is seems every year they push Christmas a season closer..... this year our area had things out in mid October. Any hoots... you keep the chin up Susie... it'll get better~ Wear a smile and have yourself a terrific day as well.

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Well Susie.... hopefully your daughter will make an effort to meet you on middle ground over the issue and something in time can be resolved between the two of you. I certainly wish you the best of luck with matters sweetie... you keep the chin up and try to find yourself a smile~ it'll get better.

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I just had to make this decision again and opted to have the thr last month. I'm 56 and one of the biggist factors causing me to wait as long as I did was the fact that if I did it now I would face potentially three more in my lifetime (or 1 if I get lucky). For sure I could have waited another yr or so, but one of the reasons for finally deciding to to it was the realization that although technology gets better (and I have no doubt sometime in the future there will be a lifetime hip/knee) this happens at an extreamely slow rate. Even after a device gains FDA approval now it will be at least another 20 or so yrs before we see if its as good as promised. Just think of how many times a fda approved device/drug got taken off the market!

While I could have waited another yr or so 10 -20 was out of the question so I opted to do it now.

-----Original Message-----From: Joint Replacement [mailto:Joint Replacement ]On Behalf Of Gail GSent: Sunday, November 13, 2005 4:41 PMJoint Replacement Subject: Re: 26 year old Hip Replacement ??The discussion about when to have (if ever) a THR/Resurf is interesting. Knowing that OA of the hip is not actually life threatening and that there are many people in worse situations dealing with their uncurable problems and still leading contented lives - makes choosing surgery a very important decision.As a culture we do not want to wait or tolerate anything that can be "fixed". People around me continuously say when are you having that hip fixed? But it is more for them because they are sensitive caring people and do not like to see people in pain or incapacitated. Their opinions come from what they think they would do it it were them instead of me. Even my OS is conservative, advising me to wait at least 4-5 more years and has offered his opinion on resurfacing - if he had OA of the hip he would not have a resurf done. I often think of my deaf colleague who says he would never have a cochlear implant - one it may not work and any residual hearing he has would be gone and (2) he would not be a member of the deaf community any more. While because I am hearing I believe I would have a cochlear implant (but maybe not - as I hesitate to investigate a resurf or am not pushing for a THR.) One good thing about this discussion is that this issue seems to be tolerated. Other sites seem to become impatient if you can't make a decision. I'm not 26, I'm 50. But I would prefer to be able to walk my current 15 steps and stop & rest and start again, then be in a wheelchair for all of them. So maybe I will wait a while longer- I can sleep pretty good, some days can go up stairs without as much trouble as most other days, can still put on my shoes and socks and my wonderful husband will clip a toenail when necessary. As everyone has said when you are ready you will know it and until then there is alot to learn and the procedures and implants improve continously- and it really is the little things in life that make it all worthwhile. That little painted turtle that was moved out of the road today did not care that the lady that moved him had OA.Thanks for listening, enjoy the moments.gdg>> I still think you are a very blessed person Arianne, I also believe the same about myself. Yes I > am lucky to still be here, I was born with sticklers syndrome including a cleft palate and > pierre robin, so technically was lucky to make the first year. I am partially sighted because of > the sticklers and have had over 20 major operations on my eyes and face, and of course now > I have hip replacements because I couldn't carry on, the debilitation was too much. I am lucky > to have the life I have, and feel even luckier that I can now do everything that I wish, I know > I'll never play ball games (can't see the ball) but horse riding has always been my life and I > can now do this again. There was no way I could've worked through it because the joints were > simply worn out.> > I am glad you are able to keep active and get on with your life, and it is sad that you have the > recurring infections and completely understand your reluctance to have replacements with > such a condition.> > Best Wishes> jane - in sunny Wales>

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Hi all,

Life in a wheelchair is not great, but I managed to survive it for a couple of years while waiting for my hip.

As I have said before: everyone needs to do what is right for them in the circumstances they are in.

Hopefully giving different opinions helps people know about all the options.

Some of my clients ask me if I am sorry I had my revision done. I actually don't think I had a choice, the hip was totally separated from the bone, and the burred metal was eating out bone.

It seems that only for your primary hip do you really have a choice, so it is good for us to caution people.

Aussie Margaret (who would willingly put an axe through her hip at the moment)

Re: 26 year old Hip Replacement ??

Hi Gail, You're fortunate in still being able to do some of the daily life activities. Even though I'm only 32, I could no longer put my shoes and socks on. I hadn't done that for years prior to my replacement. I was to the point of not sleeping at night, with walking, and even sitting, being a major pain (literally). Medications like Celebrex and Mobic were no longer working, and pain killers were also not working because I had taken them for so long. For me, I felt that I was about to end up in a wheelchair without the surgery, so having the surgery to save some of my quality of life was well worth the risks for me. Thanks for your comments on the topic. It's always interesting to see how other people feel about this matter.Aimee> >> > I still think you are a very blessed person Arianne, I also believe the same about myself. Yes I > > am lucky to still be here, I was born with sticklers syndrome including a cleft palate and > > pierre robin, so technically was lucky to make the first year. I am partially sighted because of > > the sticklers and have had over 20 major operations on my eyes and face, and of course now > > I have hip replacements because I couldn't carry on, the debilitation was too much. I am lucky > > to have the life I have, and feel even luckier that I can now do everything that I wish, I know > > I'll never play ball games (can't see the ball) but horse riding has always been my life and I > > can now do this again. There was no way I could've worked through it because the joints were > > simply worn out.> > > > I am glad you are able to keep active and get on with your life, and it is sad that you have the > > recurring infections and completely understand your reluctance to have replacements with > > such a condition.> > > > Best Wishes> > jane - in sunny Wales> >>

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hi all, i am new to this,i got severe car accident in october 2002,n then as a consequence injury to right hip joint.now i am suffering with OA,its in early stage n responding to normally used painkillers,,,can any body tell me when shud i get total hip replacement,from where , n plz do tell me exercises 4,,,,crepts at morning,,,n v restricted movements at morning,,, thanks 2 all bye sikiMargaret <zztinau@...> wrote: Hi all, Life in a wheelchair is not great, but I managed to survive it for a couple of years while waiting for my hip. As I have said

before: everyone needs to do what is right for them in the circumstances they are in. Hopefully giving different opinions helps people know about all the options. Some of my clients ask me if I am sorry I had my revision done. I actually don't think I had a choice, the hip was totally separated from the bone, and the burred metal was eating out bone. It seems that only for your primary hip do you really have a choice, so it is good for us to caution people. Aussie Margaret (who would willingly put an axe through her hip at the moment) Re: 26 year old Hip Replacement ?? Hi Gail, You're fortunate in still being able to do some of the daily life activities. Even though I'm only 32, I could no longer put my shoes and socks on. I hadn't done that for years prior to my replacement. I was to the point of not sleeping at night, with walking, and even sitting, being a major pain (literally).

Medications like Celebrex and Mobic were no longer working, and pain killers were also not working because I had taken them for so long. For me, I felt that I was about to end up in a wheelchair without the surgery, so having the surgery to save some of my quality of life was well worth the risks for me. Thanks for your comments on the topic. It's always interesting to see how other people feel about this matter.Aimee> >> > I still think you are a very blessed person Arianne, I also believe the same about myself. Yes I > > am lucky to still be here, I was born with sticklers syndrome including a cleft palate and > > pierre robin, so technically was lucky to make the first year. I am partially sighted because of > > the sticklers and have had over 20 major operations on my eyes and face, and of course now > > I have hip replacements because I couldn't carry on, the debilitation was too much. I am lucky > > to have the life I have, and feel even luckier that I can now do everything that I wish, I

know > > I'll never play ball games (can't see the ball) but horse riding has always been my life and I > > can now do this again. There was no way I could've worked through it because the joints were > > simply worn out.> > > > I am glad you are able to keep active and get on with your life, and it is sad that you have the > > recurring infections and completely understand your reluctance to have replacements with > > such a condition.> > > > Best Wishes> > jane - in sunny Wales> >>

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my dr. told me that one day you will wake up and decide that today is the day i call for the surgery. when you are sick of the pain and the pills just aren't working any more. when you just can't get around to do the things you want/need to do. when you have gone one too many sleepless night because of the pain. this is when you will wake up and make the decision to call.

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I can relate to that, as well as to your beautiful beach scene

Re: Re: 26 year old Hip Replacement ??

my dr. told me that one day you will wake up and decide that today is the day i call for the surgery. when you are sick of the pain and the pills just aren't working any more. when you just can't get around to do the things you want/need to do. when you have gone one too many sleepless night because of the pain. this is when you will wake up and make the decision to call.

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Hi Sassy Lou,

Thanks for the best wishes I sure need them now . I do feel better by my Sisters house then that old guys house.

Well you have a nice day and hope everything goes well for you also.

Susie

-------------- Original message -------------- Well Susie.... hopefully your daughter will make an effort to meet you on middle ground over the issue and something in time can be resolved between the two of you. I certainly wish you the best of luck with matters sweetie... you keep the chin up and try to find yourself a smile~ it'll get better.

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That was what the surgeon said to me

"these hips are designed for 75 year old ladies, and society doesn't put as much pressure on them to use it as much as a 30 year old."

I got 12 years useful life out of my old hip, then another 2 years waiting on a waiting list.

Aussie Margaret

Re: 26 year old Hip Replacement ??

Hi Lois > Why Only ten years for a THR? The new TKRs are expected to last up > to 30 yrs. Why haven't they improved the THR too?Jane has already answered in a lot of detail about the technology of hips, but there's one more thing:you can lose a THR without the metal or plastic wearing out. The implants are still in tip-tip good-as-new condition, but the join between metal and bone can go, or between the metal the epoxy and the bone. Ten years seems to be a good "long" average for a young hippy. (And, like all averages, there are exceptions in each direction.).The "how long does a hip last" question is rarely measured in young patients alone--the expectations usually include all the little old ladies who fell and broke their otherwise-normal hip. No offence meant to the older ladies on this list, I assure you, but there =are= differences in lifestyles.And I would be =delighted= to get ten years out of this new hip, I really would.