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Has anyone here had to have total hip replacement? My ortho doc told me yesterday i would go home same day and be driving in 2 weeks deb

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Douds, IA
July 8
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My neighbor Johnny had double hip replacement a couple years ago and he's 68 now he said it was the best decision he made and everything went the way the doc said.

My personal advice for any surgery, if it increases your quality of life do it.

July 11
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Has anyone with myasthenia gravis had a total hip replacement, and what should be known about same-day discharge and recovery timelines?

Having MG adds an extra layer of consideration when it comes to any surgery. While same-day discharge and a 2-week driving recovery are becoming more common for hip replacements Show Full Answer

Has anyone with myasthenia gravis had a total hip replacement, and what should be known about same-day discharge and recovery timelines?

Having MG adds an extra layer of consideration when it comes to any surgery. While same-day discharge and a 2-week driving recovery are becoming more common for hip replacements generally, MG can complicate things in ways worth discussing with your care team.

Here are some key things to keep in mind:

- Tell your surgeon and anesthesiologist about your MG — this is really important, as certain anesthesia medications can trigger a myasthenic crisis
- Request a surgical team experienced with MG if possible
- Discuss your current MG medications — some may need to be adjusted around surgery time
- Watch for signs of a myasthenic crisis after surgery, such as shortness of breath or trouble swallowing, which require immediate care
- Infections post-surgery can also trigger MG flares, so monitor carefully during recovery

Same-day discharge may be fine, but given MG, it's worth asking your neurologist to coordinate with your orthopedic surgeon before the procedure. Having someone with you during early recovery is also strongly recommended.

Always loop in your MG specialist before any planned surgery — they're your best ally here! 💪

July 8
A MGteam Member

I had total hip replacement in September and went home same day. The only thing I had to do different is I did not start physical therapy for a few days - contrary to the 2nd day therapy requested by doctor. I had to rest my muscles.

July 8
A MGteam Member

I had both hips replaced about 10 months apart in 2012. Both times I essentially walked out of the hospital. In my case, I was admitted 10 days prior to surgery so I could receive multiple rounds of plasma exchange to ensure my body stayed strong enough for the surgery. In both cases, I was hospitalized two days after the procedure. Also, with each Surgery, I required approximately three months of physical therapy to regain full strength and mobility in my hips.

The best advice I can give you is if your hips are as painful as mine were, the discomfort of surgery is nothing in comparison.

July 12

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