I had surgery at the age of 14 whereas my hip bone slipped in both hips. I do not has as much flexibility on my right side. I can not do a complete squat. Lately I have been experiencing discomfort everyday when I sit and get up. I now wonder if I need a hip replacement as I was informed by the doctor who did the surgery years ago that I would need my hip replace at the age of 40. I would prefer to prolong this surgery and ask if there is any thing other than hip surgery at this time.
Hi, thank-you for your brief history.a thorough musculoskeletal assessment is advised. As you mentioned you had surgery at the age of 14, and now you are 40, why they surgery was planned at the age of 14 is important to know and also the type of surgery performed. Usually at this stage post a thorough musculoskeletal assessment the treatment will be focused on the Physical therapy. As by physical therapy you can get enough strength in the gluteal muscles (hip) to hold the joint in space. Also, by understanding with the old history and the MRI or CT the next plan can be prepared. Until the hip joint is degenerated & there is severe pain, THR possible avoided. Also, with physical therapy you can get the optimum strength to hold the hip joint in space and by which the Activities of daily living can be performed with ease. We have seen cases with OA of hip, and with proper Strengthening of the weaker muscle groups we are able to avoid THR. I wish the same with you. RegardsJay In Chat Doctor.