hi ive had 2 hip replacements and the 1st one i dont think is healing as good as the next my question is my leg keeps swelling up and i get horrible cramp pain that horrible it makes my leg lock to the extent where i cant get it back to normal can this be normal i never had a follow up in either but ive had x-rays and was told they look normal i did tell the radiographer and she said to get an appointment to the consultant again thanks
Hi, Thank you for the brief history of you. As reading the history, have you undergone both sides replacements. Also, post replacement have you undergone physical therapy. Most hip replacements heal, as they will be provided by calcium supplements and other medicines to provide faster healing. Undergoing a physical therapy will help to improve the strength in the muscles and reduce the swelling. Since the swelling is the common feature this cases represent, advising a physical therapy is of the choice. Also, as your mobility is reduced, the swelling is but obvious due to the low cardio endurance and mobility of the muscles and joints. You can discuss the same with the physician, as most cases seen by me recover by post physical therapy sessions and the possible near normal mobility is regained. RegardsJay In Chat Doctor.