Guest guest Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Hi all, new to group. At age 15 I was in car wreck and broke rt. hip in 6 places, no displacement but all the breaks went into the joint. I am now 43 and had first appointment with hip doctor. I have no cartilage in the joint and am now bone on bone. Dr. says joint is to far gone for anything less than full replacement. He says because I'm young and active I will get a " heavy duty " , full metal socket insert. What can I expect after the surgery? How long is physical therapy? How long before I can walk again? Climb a ladder and do construction work? Go snowboarding with my son? Can I lift heavy objects like furniture or appliances? All advice and information will be greatly appreciated. Thanks everyone! Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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